Causes of Backache 

Common Causes of Backache

Backache in m ind of the cases either originates from one of the followings or due to cumulative effect of one or more causes.

1. Postural, due to wrong methods of sitting or standing. 
2. Deformities in spine. 
3. Sprain or derangement due to lifting heavy weights or fall
4. Fracture of spine or hip
5. Slipped disc
6. Compression of nerve
7. Tuberculosis of spine or other infections. 
8. Cancer of spine
9. In ladies, due to periods or inflammation in pelvis
10. Prostate problems
11. Urinary Problems
12. Ulcer in duodenum ( Upper intestines)
13. Kidney and gall stones
14. infection or inflammation in any organ in abdomen
15. Problems of uterus, tubes and ovaries 
16. Fissure and piles
17. Some diseases of muscles
18. After injections in spine for anaesthesia
19. Arthritis of spine
20. Psychiatric causes
21. Paunch or protruding belly
22. Obesity
23. Pregnancy
24. Spondylitis
25. Copeman’s nodules

Posture and Back Problems
Since childhood we have been constantly admonished to ‘Sit straight!’ ‘w\Walk erect!’ Don’t slump!’ Don’t stoop!’ This was an excellent advice, since wrong posture causes a strain on our backs and leads to backache. Deformities act similarly. Factors affecting correct posture have been discussed now.

Overweight
Being overweight even without a sizeable paunch puts an additional load on the spine thus making vulnerable to backache. 

Paunch and Pregnancy
Increase in abdominal girth also alters the normal posture and puts burden on te back. This is the cause of backache in pregnancy. 

Sprains and Fractures
Sprains and fractures can cause backache due to inflammation (swelling) or due to pressure on nerves. 

Slipped Disc and Spondylitis
These have been already discussed in detail. 

Nerve Compression
Nerve compression may be caused due to fractures, spondylitis, disc prolapse, tumours, etc., which can lead to backache. 

Cancer and Infections in Spine
These can cause backache due to inflammation (Swelling) or pressure on nerves.


Problems in Abdomen and Pelvis
Abdominal and pelvic problems like intestinal ulcers, Pelvic Inflammatory Diseases (PID) kidney ad gall stones, infection and inflammation in any abdominal organ, problems in uterus, ovaries and tubes, prostate and urinary problems, can all cause backache. 

Diseases of Muscles, Spinal Anaesthetic Injections, Arthritis of Spine
These conditions or procedures can cause backache. 

Piles and Fissure
This condition can also cause lower backache. 

Psychiatric Cuauses and Mental Tension
Mind plays a big role in pain, including backache. Anytime we are tense, our regular pain sensors (receptors) ‘act up’ and we get relief when the tension is released. Psychotherapy, reassurance and mild anxiolytics (drugs that reduce anxiety) therefore help in chronic pain off any origin.

Copeman’s Nodules

These nodules are found under the skin in obese people especially post-menopausal women. These may cause pain anywhere in the body especially in the back. In cases of chronic pain where no other cause is found, this cause should be looked for. The Copeman’s syndrome is managed by massaging with gradually increasing pressure, jet massages in a warm pool, relaxation exercises, and if required, injections of corticosteroids or local anaesthetics into the affected part. 

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