18 Dec Back Pain 101: Why Does My Back Hurt & How Do I Fix It?
Back pain is one of the most common complaints that comes through our door here at MYo Lab. Odds are at some point in your life, you’ve experienced, or will experience, some form of ache, pain, tightness, discomfort, or soreness in your back.
The good news?
Our team of expert Practitioners at MYo Lab, from our Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Massage Therapists, and Personal Trainers, can quickly and objectively treat back pain issues, finding their root cause and addressing the issue, taking you from dysfunction to pain free movement, all the way into wellness for years to come!
On the other hand, the human body is a complex, multi-faceted structure and our daily lives are very intricate and unique, which means that back pain can develop through a multitude of reasons. Good thing our team is on the case and confident in getting your back out of being whack.
Let’s take a look at some of the fundamental elements of back pain. How it develops, what you might feel, and how we can help you defeat the nagging, uncomfortable aches and pains that come with it!
Back pain is a versatile troublemaker, setting camp in your lower back, middle back, or upper back. It can be a one-time show or an ongoing series. Here are some common suspects:
Strains/Sprains: Ever felt the aftermath of a wild dance move or a dramatic sneeze? Overdoing it, poor posture, or sudden acrobatics can leave your muscles and ligaments in pain.
Herniated Discs: Picture your spine as a bookshelf, and the discs are the books. When a disc decides to go rogue and press on nerves, you get the “plot twist” of back pain.
Arthritis: Not just for grandparents! Conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis can turn your spine into a creaky door, causing pain and stiffness.
Spinal Stenosis: Imagine a traffic jam in your spinal canal. That’s spinal stenosis, putting pressure on nerves and causing discomfort.
Scoliosis: A plot twist in the curvature of your spine can lead to a chronic back pain saga.
Lower Crossed Syndrome (LCS): Now, let’s talk about a real game-changer – Lower Crossed Syndrome. It’s like the superhero origin story of your back pain! Imagine a dance between tight and weak muscles, creating a cross-pattern of dysfunction. Your core (aka abs, and yes, everyone has them even if you can’t see them!) and gluteal muscles (aka your butt, the biggest muscle group in your body!) are the superheroes who need to step up, but sometimes they slack off, leaving your lower back and hips in a tangled mess.
So what triggers lower crossed syndrome?
Sitting Too Much: Your office chair might be more of a villain’s throne! Long hours of sitting weaken your core and glutes, setting the stage for LCS.
Bad Posture: Slouching is so last season! Poor sitting and standing habits turn muscle imbalances into a blockbuster production.
Previous Injuries: Past injuries are like plot twists in your body’s storyline. They create compensatory patterns, setting the stage for LCS to make an entrance.
Crack the Code, Banish the Pain!
Fear not, brave souls! Understanding the why is the first step to a pain-free existence. Combat your back pain with a superhero-worthy plan: break up with that old office chair and/or mattress, embrace good posture, mobility, and strengthening, and call in the professionals at MYo Lab for backup.
Remember, your back is the protagonist in the story of your life. Treat it well, and it will thank you with a happy ending. So, let’s kick back pain to the curb and dance into a spine-tingling, pain-free future!
If you are experiencing pain–either directly related to an injury or not–what are you waiting for? Book in for an assessment with one of our Chiropractors, Physiotherapists, Massage Therapists, or Personal Trainers and start feeling and moving better today!