Why do you always duck your back?

Back pain may be caused by muscle strain, lumbar disc herniation, osteoporosis, improper posture, acute sprain, etc.

1. Muscle strain:

Maintaining poor posture or overusing the waist muscles for a long time can lead to muscle fatigue and strain. When the waist muscle strength is insufficient, slight movements may also cause waist flashing. Daily prevention can be carried out by strengthening core muscle training, such as plank support and bridge exercises. If the pain persists, it is recommended to seek medical advice to rule out other pathologies.

2. Lumbar disc herniation:

Intervertebral disc degeneration or external force may cause the nucleus pulposus to herniate and compress the nerves, manifesting as sudden low back pain with radiating pain in the lower limbs. It may be related to factors such as prolonged sitting and heavy physical labor, and is usually accompanied by numbness or decreased muscle strength. The diagnosis needs to be confirmed by MRI. In mild cases, physical therapy can be used. In severe cases, transforaminal endoscopic surgery should be considered.

3. Osteoporosis:

Middle-aged and elderly people are prone to vertebral microfractures due to bone loss, and slight twisting can cause severe pain. It may be related to calcium deficiency, vitamin D deficiency or changes in hormone levels, and is often accompanied by shortened height or hunchback. It is recommended that bone density examination, calcium supplementation and anti-osteoporosis drugs be carried out under the guidance of a doctor.

4. Improper posture:

Wrong postures such as straight knees and bent waist when lifting heavy objects, sitting for a long time and slumped waist will suddenly increase the load on the lumbar spine. When changing body position suddenly, lack of muscle coordination can easily cause small joint dislocation or ligament strain. It is recommended to learn the correct handling posture and use a lumbar support to maintain the physiological curvature of the lumbar spine when working.

5. Acute sprain:

Sports or accidental falls may cause tears of soft tissues such as lumbar ligaments and fascia, manifesting as local tenderness and limited movement. It is mostly related to insufficient preparatory activities or excessive movements. In the acute stage, cold compress is needed to immobilize, and hot compress can be used to promote recovery after 48 hours.

Preventing waist flash requires comprehensive conditioning: maintain a standard weight to reduce the burden on the lumbar spine, and perform low-impact exercises such as swimming and yoga more than three times a week to enhance muscle toughness.； Pay attention to supplementing protein and calcium in your diet, such as milk and dark green vegetables ； Avoid sitting for more than 1 hour. It is recommended to use an ergonomic chair. ； Choose a medium-firm mattress for sleep, and put a pillow between your legs when sleeping on your side to keep your spine in a neutral position. If you have frequent waist flashes or are accompanied by lower limb symptoms, you should promptly check for organic diseases such as ankylosing spondylitis.