Pain Management for the Lumbar Region

Do you currently suffer from a back problem?

Do you want to find relief?

1.) Introduction

Some people will not live their lives without having pain in their lumbar back regions. They are the really lucky ones, because most people will have some issue with lower back pain in their life time. - Lumbar pain is actually one of the most frequently assessed medical conditions in emergency rooms and doctor's offices. For individuals with this condition, pain management is crucial. When relief is not sought for lumbar discomfort, the consequences can be severe. Inability to function at home and at work, depression and weight gain are just a few consequences of not facing back pain effectively.

2.) Typically, pain in the lumbar area is a result of overexerted ligaments and muscles. In some instances, it occurs as a result of an internal physical condition like a herniated disk, arthritis, sciatica, or osteoporosis. While these conditions themselves may require treatment from a physician, for immediate, pain relief a back brace can be used.

3.) How A Lumbar Support Can Help Reduce Pain

Back braces have proven to be quite successful in pain management relating to the lumbar region. Individuals have used them with many positive results in both emergent or out patient settings.

How a Brace Helps Manage Lumbar Back Pain

A.) Controlling Unwanted Motions

Back braces help manage lumbar pain by restricting spinal motion. This reduces pain caused by the movement of the injured area. By its restrictive actions, a brace also accelerates healing time by alleviating stress on a hurt muscle or ligament.

B.) A Reminder

Back supports also work proactively to prevent further injury by reminding a person to not take on too much and also to only assume proper, posture positions instead of reverting old, harmful habits.

C.) Stress Relief

Several individuals who have used back braces as a lumbar pain management tool insist that the support holds up their abdomens and reduces the stress on their lower backs, providing them with immediate pain relief.

Many persons who deal with lumbar pain simply suffer in silence while attempting to lessen the pain by resting and using cold compresses. Unfortunately neither of these methods has proven very effective in the long run. First of all, a person can only rest for so many days before the duties of everyday life come calling. In addition, extended periods of rest may also worsen the back problem and lead to further problems.

As far as ice goes, even ice packs eventually grow warm and useless, and with them, there is always the danger of using them improperly and causing further harm. At the end of the day, these individuals discover that nothing works as well as the easy to use but highly effective back brace.

Note: Medical advice on braces should be given to you by your local, licensed orthotist (brace specialist).