Symptoms of Back Pain
Among the signs and symptoms of back pain, the following ones are included:
Muscular pains.
Stabbing pain.
Pain that radiates towards the leg.
Pain that gets worse with bending, on getting up, standing, or walking.
Pain that improves on lying down.
To consult with a health professional
In most cases, back pain improves gradually in a few weeks with treatment at home and personal care. If the pain does not improve within that period, a health professional must be consulted.
In rare cases, back pain can indicate a serious medical problem. It must be seen to urgently if the back pain is accompanied by:
New bladder or intestinal problems.
It appears after a fall, a blow in the back, or other injury.
A health professional must be consulted if the back pain:
Is intense and does not improve with rest.
It extends to one or both legs, particularly if the pain extends below the knee.
It causes weakness, numbness, or pins and needles in one or both legs.
It is accompanied by an inexplicable weight loss.
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Published: 23 October 2019
Updated: 23 October 2019
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