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In the case of lumbalgia, pain is defined as pain in the lumbosacral region that has various causes, such as inflammation and muscle spasm.
Characteristics of pain in lumbalgia
Lumbalgia pain usually appears unexpectedly and radiates slightly downward. The patient is then unable to straighten or move because of the pain felt and therefore usually walks forward bent; when straightening or bending, the pain noticeably increases as it radiates downwards along the back of the thigh.
Pain in lumbalgia – management
Home first aid consists of:
- applying warm compresses to the lumbosacral area (e.g. hot water bottle, electric pillow),
- administration of painkillers,
- lying in an upright position on the supine, on a hard, even surface,
- rubbing the sore area with preparations with warming properties,
- using a warming plaster,
- taking vitamins (especially from group B),
- a gentle massage of the muscles of the area.