Mechanical Back Pain

Question 1

Pathogenesis of mechanical back pain?

Answer 1

-Awkward twisting

Question 2

Aetiology of mechanical back pain?

Answer 2

• Obesity
• Poor posture
• Poor lifting technique
• Lack of physical activity
• Depression
• Degenerative disc prolapse
• Facet joint OA and spondylosis

Question 3

What is spondylosis?

Answer 3

Intervertebral discs lose water content with age
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Less cushioning and increased pressure on facet joints
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Secondary OA

Question 4

Symptoms of mechanical back pain?

Answer 4

• Recurrent relapsing & remitting back pain with no neurological symptoms
• Worse with movement
• Relieved by rest
• Several serious flare ups

Question 5

Age range for back pain mechanically?

Answer 5

20-60 years

Question 6

Treatment of mechanical back pain?

Answer 6

Analgesia and physiotherapy

• Reassurance
• Retain normal function & work
• Bed rest NOT ADVISED