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4 Diseases That Causes Back pain, And Ways To Prevent Them

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Back Pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide. It is one of the reasons most people miss work. However certain health conditions may give rise to this symptom.

So, In this article on EKO HOT BLOG, we would be looking at some health conditions that can cause back pain, and ways you can use to prevent them.

1. Arthritis

Arthritis is a disease that causes inflammation of the joints. There are many types of arthritis such as osteoarthritis, monoarthritis, rheumatoid and septic arthritis.

Sometimes osteoarthritis may affect the lower back pain.

2. Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a disease which makes the bones soft and brittle. This may sometimes give rise to fractures. It is one disease that may cause pain in the lower back.

3. Muscle or ligament strain

Sometimes due to how a person sits, stands or is due to lifting heavy objects, there may be a strain on the back muscles or ligaments.

4. Bulging or ruptured disk

Discs act as cushions between the bones in the spine. Sometimes these discs may rupture or press on nerves around the spine resulting in Back Pain.

Ways To Prevent Them

1. Exercise

Mild aerobic exercise may help to prevent back pain. Examples of this kind of exercise are walking and swimming. But tell your doctor about which exercise you choose to do.

2. Build muscle strength and flexibility

Abdominal and back muscle exercises may strengthen your core so that they work closely with the muscles.

3. Maintain a healthy weight

Being overweight can increase your chances of getting back pain. By maintaining a healthy weight, you may reduce your risk of developing back pains.

4. Quit smoking

Smoking may put you at the risk of getting back pain. By quitting smoking ( if you are a smoker) or avoiding smoking you may be reducing your risk.

FURTHER READING 

5. Avoid movements that strain or twist your back

Stand smart, sit smart lift smart. The way you sit, stand or lift items may affect your back.

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