Therapy
The treatment of a simple lumbago can usually be done by the patient himself. The neck should be protected, i.e. moved as little as possible. In addition, warmth is perceived as pain-relieving.
There are also healing clay packs that can be placed on the neck and can improve the symptoms. In addition, depending on the severity of the pain, you can use classic painkillers such as aspirin or ibuprofen. As a rule, the complaints after a lumbago in the neck subside after a few days.
If they persist for longer, it is advisable to consult a doctor, as this will rule out more serious underlying diseases. In principle, it is very important that in the case of lumbago, you do not further promote a relieving posture by omitting any physical exercise. Even if it causes pain or is unpleasant, you should try to remain active and thus improve the course of the disease.
Bed rest is definitely not advisable in the case of lumbago and can aggravate the symptoms through one-sided strain. Many patients find light sports exercises such as walking or, in trained persons, jogging, pleasant. In order to loosen the muscle area around the pain, it is recommended to do stretching exercises for the affected areas.
If there are any uncertainties regarding the physical exercises, do not hesitate to ask a doctor or physiotherapist. Painkillers such as ibuprofen, aspirin or paracetamol can be effective for a good healing process. Pain also triggers the patient to remain in a gentle position.
But of course, physical activities can only be carried out up to a certain tolerance level and should not be forced with strong pain.Kinesiotape is based on the understanding that muscles heal faster when they are moved and well supplied with blood. By subtly lifting the skin and connective tissue over the muscle with Kinesiotape, there is more space for blood and other body fluids to flow in and around the muscle. This can also contribute to pain reduction and muscle relaxation.
Thus further steps on the way to healing can be achieved without much effort. In the case of lumbago, massages can be advisable and help to loosen and relax the hard muscle tissue around the pain point. However, it is very important to avoid strong, pressure-intensive massages, especially directly on the pain maximum.
It is also recommended to have the massages done by a physiotherapist. Furthermore, bed rest should not be observed and after the massage the loosened muscle tissue should be used for physical activity. Injections can be used to relieve severe, restrictive back pain.
These are applied directly locally near the pain point and have a pain-reducing effect there. The pain reduction means that the patient is less likely to assume a relieving posture and the muscles can then be released from their tension. Most doctors use injections with fast-acting painkillers.
Cortisone, which has an anti-inflammatory effect, can also be added to these injections. However, studies have not proven an advantage of injecting cortisone in such cases. In order to alleviate the symptoms and to be fully mobile again more quickly, there are of course also some home remedies.
Each person has to find out individually which of these help him best. Some affected persons appreciate warmth on the painful areas, which can be achieved by a hot-water bottle, heat plaster or cherry stone pillow. A warm bath can also provide relief.
Another possibility is to apply warm Johannis oil to the affected areas. The vinegar potato cure is further recommended by some people – the back is first rubbed with warm vinegar and then massaged with warm mashed potatoes. Other patients prefer cold and experience relief with a cooling pad or curd wraps.