Common Causes of Back Pain

Back pain is something that affects all of us at some stage in our lives, and there are a number of things that could be the cause. However, it is notoriously tricky to determine what this cause is. Therefore, let us take a look at 5 common causes of back pain.

Sudden back pain can be caused by a number of things, but determining what is causing it, can be tricky. Let us see what can be the potential causes of back pain-
1) You're stressed out- Mental and emotional stress can manifest itself on a psychological level. If you've been feeling run down over a long period of time,  muscle tension could lead to aches and spasms.
Stress triggered back pain crops up in the neck and shoulder region, as well as in the lower back.
Remedy- relaxation techniques, like deep breathing, inhale slowly to the count of 4, hold your breath for another count of 4 and exhale for a count of 4.

2) You don\t pay much attention to what you eat.- According to a study, 31 % of women and 25 % of men, who suffered from back pain also had gastrointestinal issues, including abdominal pain and food intolerance. But what is the connection between the back pain and nutrition? The main culprit here is inflammation. Foods that are high in fat and sugar cause inflammation throughout the body, including the lower back.
Remedy- try cutting back on sugar and caffeine. Eat clean ,whole foods instead of processed foods and always include a protein rich food in your meals, such as meat or beans, whole grains such as brown rice  or vegetables.

3) You sit down all day- One of the most detrimental things you can do to your health is to sit down all day, as your muscles get used to that position, causing them to tighten up.
Remedy- reducing the effect of sitting induced muscle stiffness and tightness by stretching your calves, hamstrings and glutes when you wake up. When these muscles begin to tighten, the lower back suffers. Also aim for a quick stretch midday and before bed.

4) You're dehydrated- Your spine is made up of 33 vertebrae, between each disk is a jelly like substance made up of 90 % water. In order to keep that cushioning intact, your body needs a steady stream of fluid.
When your body is dehydrated, these disks become flatter and less cushiony, which can lead to pain..
Remedy- A good way to know if you;re drinking enough water, is to look at the colour of your urine. It should be clear or light yellow. If it is dark yellow, grab a glass of water.

5) You've an urinary tract infection- A urinary tract infection is often accompanied by pain in the lower and upper back, or sharp pains along the side. Back pain often indicates that a urinary tract infection has spread to the kidneys.
Remedy- Classic UTI symptoms include a persistent urge to urinate or pain during urination. So, visit a doctor immediately, if you've these symptoms.

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