There are different kinds of treatments that doctors can recommend for you in the cure for back pains. These options can be classified as non-surgical and surgical back ache treatments. While the non-surgical options are recommended when the case is not severe, the surgical options are usually adopted in severe cases. The following are common treatments for back pains.
· Prescriptions medication such as non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs, narcotics, muscle relaxants, and analgesics are given to patients. These medications can be applied orally or through intra-muscle injections.
· Therapies – There are different kinds of therapies, which are applied to the person that complains of back pains. These may include: physiotherapy where the spine and support muscles are stretched and strengthened, massage therapy and body awareness therapy. Therapies are often applied on the muscle surface with the use of certain oils.
· Acupuncture, heat therapy, manipulation are other forms of treatment options you may undergo. These types are more or less referred to as alternative or conservative treatment options. There are specialists that can handle individual aspect of these methods.
· Surgery – This is when an incision and stitches is performed on the spot where the back condition occurs to correct any bone or tissues that has been misaligned. This is usually applied in severe cases especially during accidents. Surgeries are of different types depending on what is to be operated on.
With all these treatments that have been listed above, it’s always a good idea to ALWAYS consult your doctor before deciding exactly which type of treatment to engage in.
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