Treatment For Low Back Pain

Learn about the possible causes of low back pain that causes severe back pain. Some familiar remedies, like local heat, can be of great help.

Lumbago or low back pain is pain in the lower back, which is the lower back or lower back. It can occur for various reasons and affect the muscles, ligaments, nerves, and also the intervertebral discs. Have you ever been through it? Do you know what the treatment for lumbago is?

According to experts from the Spanish Foundation of Rheumatology, lumbago attacks are characterized by pain, stiffness or decreased movement. They can last a few days or also become a chronic disorder that considerably affects the quality of life of those who suffer from it. Below we explain the possible causes and natural remedies to prevent it and relieve symptoms.

Possible causes of lumbago

Low back pain can be caused by a number of reasons, including:

• Arthritis or osteoarthritis.
• Kidney diseases.
• Hernias of the intervertebral disc.
• Stress and emotional overload
• Constipation and intestinal problems.
• Muscle tensions and compensations.
• Spinal deviations (lordosis, scoliosis).

It is important to consult a specialist if the lumbago does not improve in three days, since it can also be related to other more complex diseases. Consequently, the doctor will carry out the pertinent tests to determine the diagnosis.

Food recommendations

When suffering a lumbago attack it is essential to follow the doctor’s instructions and, at the same time, maintain a healthy lifestyle. This includes eating a balanced diet and avoiding foods that could make inflammation worse, such as dairy, white sugar, red meat, and refined flours.

Instead, it is recommended to consume foods that contribute to de-inflammation daily, for example:

• Pineapple.
• Celery.
• Melon.
• Walnuts.
• Papaya.
• Cucumber.
• Green Tea.
• Ginger.
• Chia seeds
• Natural fruit and vegetable juices.

Discover: 6 anti-inflammatory foods that you should include in your diet

Remedies to Relieve Low Back Pain

1. Arnica

Arnica is the plant that has anti-inflammatory, analgesic properties. For this reason, it is used for the relief of blows and injuries in the form of extract, cream, gel, homeopathic globules, among others. In fact, in pharmacies and parapharmacies it is possible to find various topical products that contain arnica.

According to a study published in 2009 by researchers in Italy, this remedy may work as a treatment for those with lower back pain.

2. Local heat

It is recommended to warm the lumbar area with an electric mat or blanket, with a hot water bottle or covering it with woolen cloth.

Alternatively, it is advisable to apply the shower jet directly on the lumbar region, gradually increasing the temperature and moving the jet from one side to the other for 2 to 4 minutes.

The combination of hydrotherapy with the temperature of the water is what contributes to the relief.

3. Infusions

The infusions that could help reduce inflammation and relieve discomfort are horsetail and sarsaparilla. Although you could also use the classic chamomile infusion, which has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.

You can prepare a liter of infusion with one of these herbs, and consume it in moderation throughout the day. You can add some lemon juice and a little stevia to sweeten, if you prefer, but the ideal would be to consume them without additives.

4. Clay plasters

Clay has not been scientifically proven to work as a remedy for low back pain. However, there is a belief that it can contribute to relief, in mild cases, and especially when combined with turmeric and other ingredients with anti-inflammatory properties.

Prepare the plaster as follows:

1. First mix warm water with green or red clay.
2. Stir until you get a paste that can be applied without running off.
3. It is then spread compactly on the skin of the entire lower back.
4. Then it is covered with a gauze or cloth and also with a thick woolen cloth to give warmth.
5. Leave it on for at least half an hour or you can also leave it overnight.
6. The clay will absorb toxins, reduce inflammation and also provide minerals to the body.

Cupping therapy for low back pain

This technique is an ancient therapeutic method that consists of using a kind of glass cups that make a vacuum effect to stick to the body, suck the skin and part of the muscle, open the pores and also stimulate blood and lymphatic circulation.

In a study published in the journal Acupunture in Medicine in 2013, it was established that cupping therapy could be effective for the treatment of low back pain.

It is advisable to see a therapist to carry out this treatment. In any case, we recommend consulting a specialist before starting therapy.