Low Back Pain

Lower Back Pain: A Common Discomfort That Can Affect Anyone

Lower back pain is a troubling symptom frequently experienced by working adults and the elderly. The nature and severity of the pain vary from person to personsome may feel general discomfort in the back, others may experience muscle tightness, stiffness, or even radiating pain down the leg. Regardless of the specific symptom, lower back pain often disrupts daily life and affects overall well-being.

What Causes Lower Back Pain?

Pinpointing a single cause for lower back pain can be difficult, as it may be a symptom of various underlying conditions. Broadly speaking, the causes fall into three main categories:

1. Overused back muscles
   
   • Common in Office Syndrome or acute muscle strain and tendon inflammation.
     
2. Degenerative spinal disc conditions
   
   • Such as herniated discs pressing on nerves, disc displacement, spinal misalignment, or lumbar spinal stenosis.
     
3. Non-musculoskeletal conditions
   
   • Including heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, or kidney disease.

When Should You See a Doctor?

Pain tolerance varies from person to person, even among those with the same diagnosis. However, it's important to seek medical attention as soon as symptoms begin. If you choose to monitor the condition for a while, be cautious. If any of the following apply, you should consult a doctor without delay:

• Pain lasting longer than 3 months
  
• Severe pain that does not improve with rest
  
• Radiating pain down the leg or muscle weakness

Accurate Diagnosis is the Key to Treatment

At Gaikota, we emphasize a thorough diagnostic process, as lower back pain can be a symptom of many conditions. In addition to physical examination, further tests such as laboratory investigations and radiological imaging may be required for a definitive diagnosis.

Once the cause of the pain is clearly identified, physicians will tailor a treatment plan for each patient. Gaikotas treatment approach focuses on musculoskeletal and spinal issues, combining physical therapy with regenerative medicine.

Treatment Approaches

Physical Therapy

Our core physical therapy treatments for lower back pain include:

• Shock Wave Therapy
  
• High Power Laser Therapy
  
• Peripheral Magnetic Stimulation (PMS)
  
• Lumbar Traction

Regenerative Medicine

Depending on individual cases, physicians may also consider:

• Prolotherapy Injections
  
• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP)
  
• Biological Peptide (Nucleic Acid) Injections
  
• Cell-based Regenerative Therapy

Each method aims to repair tissue damage, relieve pain, and restore function.

Final Thoughts

In the past, lower back pain was considered a health issue primarily affecting the elderly. Today, it is common across all age groupsespecially working adultsdue to changes in lifestyle and prolonged sedentary behavior.

If you experience back pain, lower back discomfort, or radiating pain down the leg, dont ignore it. Prompt medical consultation can prevent long-term damage and improve your quality of life.

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