{"id":5642,"date":"2023-09-01T04:55:49","date_gmt":"2023-09-01T04:55:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/?p=5642"},"modified":"2023-09-01T04:55:50","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T04:55:50","slug":"bed-rest-is-the-best-cure-for-back-pain-myth-or-fact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/?p=5642","title":{"rendered":"Bed Rest Is the Best Cure for Back Pain: Myth or Fact?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are times when you feel sharp pain in the back. Your family or friends might give some suggestions, including bed rest, as it is the best cure for back pain. But is it a fact or a myth about back pain?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20247'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-5643\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"770\" height=\"436\" src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5643\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-10.png 770w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-10-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-10-293x166.png 293w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-10-390x221.png 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Back pain, especially lower back pain, is quite common. In fact, as per World Health Organization, at least 619 million people across the globe were affected by low back pain in 2020. It is estimated that the number of lower back pain cases will go up to 843 million by 2050. As the cases are increasing, myths about back pain are also spreading like fire. So, read on to know the facts about back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We might think back pain strikes only elderly people. But the truth is that it is a common ailment experienced by people of all ages around the world. It can present in various ways, such as sharp, dull aching or burning sensations that may extend to the buttocks, hips or legs, explains\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthshots.com\/experts\/dr-vipin-mohan\/\">Dr Vipin Mohan<\/a>, Consultant, Department of Orthopaedics, Amrita Hospital, Kochi. The pain can be constant, intermittent, or triggered by certain activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20247'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-5644\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"627\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5644\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-11.png 627w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-11-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-11-293x165.png 293w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-11-390x220.png 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apart from pain and discomfort,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthshots.com\/how-to\/10-mistakes-that-can-cause-back-pain\/\">back pain<\/a>\u00a0may include sensations of numbness, tingling or weakness. These may be signs of possible nerve damage. Ignoring such symptoms can lead to severe consequences due to irreversible neurological impairment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Certain warning signs help to identify potential underlying issues related to back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 Sharp pain suggests muscle or ligament injuries or problems with internal organs.<br>\u2022 Radiating pain could be a sign of nerve compression conditions, and a ruptured or herniated disc may cause sciatica, resulting in leg pain.<br>\u2022 The onset of sudden leg weakness could indicate nerve compression or even a stroke.<br>\u2022 Incontinence or saddle anaesthesia (loss of sensation in the buttocks, genital area and inner thighs) may signify severe nerve or spine conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Causes of back pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Back pain can arise from various conditions \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u2022 In our younger years (20s and 30s), everyday factors like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthshots.com\/fitness\/staying-fit\/sitting-too-long-know-its-side-effects-and-how-to-deal-with-it\/\">sitting too long<\/a>, lifting children or overdoing exercise can contribute to typical mechanical back pain.<br>\u2022 Injuries from falls can also lead to back pain, says the expert.<br>\u2022 Issues with intervertebral discs, which act as cushions between spinal bones, may cause discomfort when they rupture or bulge, irritating nearby nerves and causing back and leg pain.<br>\u2022 As we grow older, wear-and-tear conditions like degenerative disc disease and lumbar arthritis can develop, affecting different areas of the spine.<br>\u2022 Inflammation in the joints connecting the spine and pelvis, known as sacroiliitis, can cause pain in the low back, buttocks and upper legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20370%20247'%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-12.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"zeen-lazy-load-base zeen-lazy-load wp-image-5645\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"627\" height=\"354\" src=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-12.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-12.png 627w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-12-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-12-293x165.png 293w, https:\/\/healthnews.zone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/image-12-390x220.png 390w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common myths and facts about back pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is true that back pain can be frustrating and stressful for us. But not everything that you hear about it will come under facts. Here are some myths and facts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Myth: Bed rest is best cure for back pain.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fact:&nbsp;<\/strong>While rest can be helpful for short-term back pain, prolonged bed rest is not recommended, Dr Mohan tells Health Shots. Gentle movements, staying active and using over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications are often more effective in relieving back pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Myth: Herniated discs or slipped discs always need surgery.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fact:<\/strong>&nbsp;In a majority of cases, herniated discs improve on their own with non-surgical treatments such as reduced activity and anti-inflammatory drugs. Surgery is considered only when conservative treatments fail to provide relief or when severe neurological symptoms are present.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Myth: Being physically active prevents back pain.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fact: Exercising and moving around are good for your health. Yes, regular exercise can&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthshots.com\/how-to\/5-exercises-to-strengthen-your-lower-back\/\">strengthen your back<\/a>&nbsp;muscles and improve flexibility, which may reduce the risk of back pain. However, it doesn\u2019t guarantee immunity from back pain, as other factors like overexertion, spinal irregularities, and natural wear and tear can still contribute to back problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Myth: An injury is always to be blamed for back pain.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fact: Most back problems develop gradually over time due to repetitive strain or poor posture. While injuries can cause back pain, they are often described as one-time events resulting from accidents, falls or improper lifting techniques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Myth: Seeing a spine specialist means you\u2019ll always have surgery.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fact: The expert shares that not everyone with back issues requires surgery. Spine specialists explore various non-surgical treatments first and recommend surgery only when all other options have been exhausted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, instead of blindly following others, check with a doctor if your back pain refuses to leave your side.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are times when you feel sharp pain in the back. Your family or friends might give some suggestions, including bed rest, as it is the best cure for back pain. But is it a fact or a myth about back pain? Back pain, especially lower back pain, is quite common. In fact, as per World Health Organization, at least 619 million people across the globe were affected by low back pain in 2020. 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