What is Low back Pain
The lower back mainly consists of lumbar Spine which is structurally designed for weight-bearing. The mobility of the Lumbar spine is higher than other segments of the spine. Low back pain can be seen due to various causes. Muscle strain can occur when a muscle gets overstretched or ligament sprain can occur when a ligament gets overstretched. Chronic low back pain is a condition that can be caused due to Lumbar herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, Facet joint dysfunction, SI joint dysfunction, Spinal stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Osteoarthritis, Deformities, Trauma or Compression fracture. Symptoms of Low back pain varies on a vast scale from mild, moderate to severe. It can be a localized pain or a pain that radiates along the lower limb. Proper diagnosis is a very important factor in treating Low back pain. Diagnosis can be done by various Medical (X-ray, MRI,etc..) or Physiotherapy assessment methods. Treatment of Low back pain can be decided by a Medical doctor or a Physiotherapist. Medical treatment is essential for severe conditions. Mild to moderate Low back pain can be treated by physiotherapy treatments.