Is Arthritis Causing Your Backache?

Osteoarthritis is commonly seen in hips, knees, and fingers but can affect your back also. Osteoarthritis of the spine involves wear and Tear of the joints of the spine causing low back pain. Pain develops gradually and may range from mild pain to severe pain and stiffness.

Symptoms of Osteoarthritis:

·       1. Low back pain

·       2. Stiffness

·       3. Decrease in movements of the spine

·       4. Weakness or numbness in the legs

Pain is generally more when sitting upright or standing and decreases when lying down.

Relation Between Knee Pain and Back Pain

Any condition affecting the stability and flexibility of the knee joint may lead to stresses on the back resulting in back pain. Normally our hips knees and ankles are in a straight line. Any condition affecting this normal alignment in the knee may lead to stress on the spine leading to back pain. Patients with knee pain have an abnormal walking pattern which leads to an increase in stress on the other joints especially the spine which may lead to back pain.

Treatment

The goal of treatment is to decrease back pain and increase movement and improve the quality of life.

Consult Your Doctor

Based on the severity of the pain, the doctor can prescribe painkillers for pain relief. Also in the elderly various supplements can be added for weak bones.

Treatment of Knee Conditions Which May Affect Your Back:

Osteoarthritis of the knee in severe cases leads to back pain. Treatment of your knee pain can significantly improve your back pain.

Physical Therapy:

Back exercises help to strengthen the muscles of the back which increases the support to the spine and decreases back pain. Also, it increases the movement of the spine.

Lifestyle Changes:

Eating a healthy diet and maintaining a healthy weight can improve your symptoms. A moderate exercise routine is also very effective.

Only a doctor can diagnose your pain's cause and devise a treatment plan. We at Medstar healthcare help you figure out where to start. Dr. Ankur Dogra is the best ortho doctor in Kharar and Mohali. Call today at 084271-02508 to book an appointment.