Back muscle pain can range from mild discomfort to intense, debilitating pain, and it can occur anywhere in the back — from the upper and mid-back to the lower back. Muscle pain is known as myalgia and is often related to strain, injury, or overuse, but it can also be associated with underlying medical conditions or poor posture. Understanding the characteristics, triggers, and treatments of back muscle pain can help in managing and preventing it effectively.
Symptoms
Often localised in the lower back, sharp or dull, worsening with movement
Difficulty in moving the back, especially after rest
Muscle spasms, involuntary tightening of muscles
Swelling or bruising
Limited range of motion
Home remedies
Maintain good posture
Strengthen your core with exercises that strengthen the abdominal and back muscles can reduce strain
Use your legs, not your back, when lifting heavy objects
Avoid overexertion
At work and home, choose chairs and desks that support
Avoid activities that worsen the pain
Avoid twisting or bending awkwardly
Ice and heat therapy
Massage therapy
Sujok treatment
Dried flat or long seeds can be taped to the corresponding points on the hand and gently massaged on highlighted area (see figure).
(Rajshree Vora offers her services at her Multi Therapy Weight Loss and Health Centre, Rajshree Yoga, in Dadar, Mumbai. You can read more about it on her website www.rajshreeyoga.com or contact her at rajshreeyoga@gmail.com)
