What is lumbago?
The sudden, usually severe stabbing back pain in the lumbar spine area is commonly known as lumbago or, in technical terms, lumbago or acute lumbalgia. It is not an illness, but merely a symptom that can occur for a variety of reasons.
Very often, one wrong move is enough for the witch to shoot. You turn the wrong way, stand up crookedly, lift a crate of water or even just put the dog on a leash. The following happens: There are small joints in the spine that block or get caught. This causes the nerves that run along the spine or vertebrae to become trapped. This leads to pain. It can also happen that the spine muscles suddenly cramp and become acutely blocked. This can of course also cause nerves to become trapped. Whatever the cause of the lumbago, it is painful.
Many people confuse lumbago with a slipped disc, or blame the slipped disc for the lumbago. However, the discs are rarely to blame for the lumbago, e.g. due to a bulging disc.
Lumbago – what now?
Anyone who has been shot by a witch wants to be pain-free as quickly as possible and, above all, to be able to move again. In this case, it helps to move as “normally” and naturally as possible and to avoid protective postures. Because any protective posture can lead to new tension.
First, you should lie flat on your back, bend your legs at 90 degrees and place your lower legs horizontally on a stool, a high cushion or a box. In addition to these exercises, heat also helps. Either place a hot water bottle or a cherry stone pillow on the painful area or try using a heat patch. Exercise is also very important, even if you feel like you need to protect your lumbar spine. Light movements can relax and unwind - and also promote blood circulation, which also reduces pain.
If the pain is very severe and does not subside, a doctor must be consulted. He can make a reliable diagnosis and recommend a suitable treatment for the patient.
How long does lumbago last?
The duration of lumbago varies from case to case and from person to person. It can take up to several weeks for all symptoms to subside, but the worst pain should subside after a few days. However, you don't have to be on sick leave for that long. The duration of the symptoms can be reduced through targeted exercises.
Can you prevent lumbago?
A strong back is less susceptible. That's why you may not be able to completely rule out lumbago, but you can reduce the risk with enough exercise and fitness. Even if your job requires you to sit a lot, you can ensure that you get enough exercise and build up the muscles that support the spine. The ergonomic office chairs from Aeris, for example - Aeris Swopper , Aeris 3Dee or the active standing chair Aeris Muvman - ensure that the person sitting or standing regularly has to adjust their posture and move in three dimensions. This trains the muscles and prevents one-sided strain. The back is more relaxed and less susceptible.
