Massages do not always help with back pain

In case of chronic back problems, consult a doctor

02/20/2014

Those who suffer from back pain can quickly do something good with a relaxing massage. Frequently, however, such an application does not help in the long term, instead the symptoms become chronic and develop into a veritable one „Everyday suffering“. If this is the case, sufferers should definitely seek medical help to clarify the cause of the permanent pain and to initiate appropriate treatment steps.

Back pain develops for many people too „Everyday suffering“
Back pain has become a real national disease and can be a major burden for those affected. In most cases, muscle tension is responsible for the pain in the back, which can be caused by stress, anxiety or anger, but also by lack of exercise, an unfavorable sitting position during work, misalignment or incorrect lifting or carrying. In many cases, soothing massages help to relax the tension and thereby relieve the symptoms.

Massages in serious illness rather counterproductive
However, if the pains persist continuously for several days or radiate to other parts of the body, they may indicate a serious condition such as a herniated disc or rheumatic disease, and should therefore be carefully examined by a physician. Because the back pain is the cause of a disease, a massage is often counterproductive and may even aggravate the complaints, said Detlef Detjen of the Action Healthy Back (AGR) to the news agency „dpa“.

„Not every nipple to the doctor“
According to Detjens sufferers should examine exactly what is the pain in his own back. You do not have to „every nipple to the doctor“, Nevertheless, chronic complaints should always be taken seriously. In order to be able to live pain-free in the future, the expert recommends, above all, sufficient exercise to strengthen the back and musculature. Here even small changes in everyday life could bring positive effects, such as climbing stairs instead of the elevator or the bike for the way to work. In addition, there are numerous exercises for back pain, which can be achieved quickly and easily relief of the symptoms. In addition to the movement, it was just as important for the back specialist to eat healthy and balanced and to reduce obesity - because this would favor back pain, so Detjen further towards the dpa.

Herbal remedies and relaxation techniques can help naturally
In addition to these measures, naturopathy offers numerous possibilities, which - depending on underlying cause - of appropriate Schuessler salts and homeopathic remedies on special procedures such as hydrotherapy or radon heat therapy to herbal remedies such as arnica, eucalyptus oil or oil from pine and spruce needles, which are used in the form of ointments, sprays or bath oil. Because back pain is often associated with mental stress, special relaxation techniques such as autogenic training, meditation, or progressive muscle relaxation can help resolve conflicts and relieve tension to regain a healthy mental balance. (No)