Symptoms of lumbar muscle strain

Written by Lv Yao

Orthopedics

Updated on November 13, 2024

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Lumbar muscle strain refers to the condition where the muscles in the lower back are damaged due to chronic labor or sports activities, leading to excessive contraction of muscle fibers. This results in localized pain and limited mobility. The main symptoms include feeling soreness and pain during flexion and extension of the waist, and even feelings of weakness. The affected individual may not be able to carry heavy loads for long periods and, in severe cases, may not be able to stand upright and may require bed rest, accompanied by spasms in the lower back.

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Written by Lv Yao

Orthopedics

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Can I run with lumbar muscle strain?

The occurrence of lumbar muscle strain is mainly due to chronic injury causing excessive fatigue of the muscles, resulting in muscle fiber strain. Lumbar muscle strain is primarily a type of chronic aseptic inflammation, characterized by symptoms such as pain and restricted movement. When lumbar muscle strain occurs, it is not advisable to continue running; instead, it is recommended to apply heat and rest. This is because running can exacerbate the load on the lumbar region, which is not very beneficial for lumbar muscle strain. Therefore, when lumbar muscle strain occurs, rest and appropriate physical therapy should be the main focus.

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Written by Li Jin

Orthopedics

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How to recover from a lumbar muscle strain?

Patients with lumbar muscle strain are mainly caused by long-term heavy physical activities involving the waist, poor posture, chronic strain, etc. The symptoms are primarily manifested as back pain and restricted movement. These symptoms are alleviated after rest and worsened after labor. For the treatment of lumbar muscle strain, it is important to first ensure adequate rest and develop proper habits for using the waist to avoid long-term heavy physical activities. Symptomatic medication treatments, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics, can be used. Additionally, methods like hot compresses, physical therapy, massage, and local block treatment can be employed. These methods play a positive role in symptom improvement and recovery. (Please use medications under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Written by Li Jin

Orthopedics

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How to diagnose lumbar muscle strain

For the diagnosis of lumbar muscle strain, it is mainly based on symptoms, physical examination, or combined with imaging studies. The typical symptoms of lumbar muscle strain include soreness or swelling pain in the lower back, which worsens with exertion and lessens with rest. Patients are also unable to persist in activities that involve bending over. During a physical examination, tender points in the lower back may be found, or imaging studies can be used to rule out other lumbar spine conditions. Under these circumstances, a diagnosis of lumbar muscle strain can be made. Patients with lumbar muscle strain should pay attention to rest, and can use anti-inflammatory pain medications, combined with heat therapy, physiotherapy, massage, and blocking methods for treatment, which generally can effectively improve symptoms and promote recovery. (Specific medication use should be under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Written by Su Zhen Bo

Orthopedics

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Which part to massage for lumbar muscle strain?

After experiencing lumbar muscle strain, massage therapy can be used for treatment. During the massage, focus on the kidney area on both sides of the lumbar spine. Techniques such as muscle lifting and pinching, local elbow pressing, and massage methods like rubbing, kneading, and rolling can be used. Stimulate effective acupoints in the waist to restore normal circulation of qi and blood in the lumbar muscles, promote the muscle tissues to absorb nutrients, enhance the strength, toughness, and elasticity of lumbar muscles, and reduce symptoms such as pain and swelling, as well as increase the range of motion in the lumbar spine area. Additionally, support with lumbar acupuncture, moxibustion, electrotherapy, and physical therapy. Under the guidance of a rehabilitation doctor, strengthen lumbar functional exercises to accelerate recovery. In terms of diet, consume more fresh fruits and foods rich in calcium.

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Orthopedics

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Can lumbar muscle strain be massaged?

Lumbar muscle strain can be treated with massage if the technique and pressure are appropriate, making it a very important treatment method. Lumbar muscle strain generally involves the muscles which, due to prolonged overload, leads to reduced self-regulatory capacity or chronic aseptic inflammation of the muscle or its attachment points due to poor self-regulation. If the massage technique is correct, it can enhance local blood circulation and accelerate cellular metabolism. This helps in the faster elimination and release of inflammatory substances and pain factors. Moreover, massage can also relax tense muscles, allowing the strained lumbar muscles to rest and the damaged areas to recuperate. Therefore, lumbar muscle strain can indeed benefit from massage, and with the correct techniques, it can have a very effective therapeutic impact.