Lumbar Sprain
Lumbar sprain causes severe lower back pain. When the lumbar spine is strained or sprained, the soft tissues become swollen. This swelling causes soreness and muscle spasms.
Causes of Lumbar Sprain
The back is liable to this strain because it carries weight and participates in moving, twisting, and bending. When muscle fibers are unusually straightened or ripped, it is caused when ligaments are ripped from their attached muscles. This can happen due to a sports injury, fractures or gunshots, etc. Lumbar muscle strains and sprains should be considered carefully else it will cause a lot of problems in the future.
Symptoms of Lumbar Sprain
Some of the common symptoms associated with lumbar sprain include:
- Low back pain that may go into the buttocks.
- Firmness in the low back area, restricting the range of motion.
- Unable to sustain normal posture due to rigidity and/or pain.
- Muscle spasms while motioning or at rest.
- Pain that remains for at least 10-14 days.
Treatment of Lumbar Sprain
Some of the most effective options to treat lumbar sprain includes:
- Lumbar decompression.
- Lumbar fusion.
- Trigger point injections.
- PRP Therapy.
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FAQ’S
How Long Does It Take for a Lumbar Sprain to Heal?
- Back sprains may heal in a period of 3 to 4 weeks approximately.
- If you are suffering from a mild lumbar sprain, then it may take almost a period of few days to 3 weeks to get completely recovered.
How Do You Treat a Lumbar Sprain?
Some of the most common and effective treatments to get recovered from lumbar sprain include:
- Applying heat or ice treatment.
- Anti-inflammatory medications.
- Use of muscle relaxants.
Is Lumbar Strain Permanent?
- The lumbar strain can occur as a result of a traumatic injury or overuse.
- The chronic or acute lumbar strain usually takes approximately three months for its complete recovery.
