Back Pain
Adults often seek medical care because of back pain. It can be a short-lived muscle strain, or a longer problem that restricts movement. It is common among office workers and manual labourers. It often begins after an awkward movement, after lifting something, or after sitting for a long time. Most sudden cases are muscular.
Medicine used to treat Back Pain
Key points
- A muscle strain is behind most sudden back pain.
- Methocarbamol acts centrally rather than directly on the muscle.
- Muscle relaxants belong with pain management and analgesics for the ache beneath spasm.
Causes and recovery
A sudden twist, a heavy load, or hours spent seated can set off lower back spasm. Heat, gentle stretching and a few days of rest ease most episodes. Pain that does not settle needs assessment.
Treatment for muscle spasm
If spasm is the main problem, Robaxin 500 mg tablets may help. They contain methocarbamol, a skeletal muscle relaxant that can ease tightness and make recovery more comfortable. Because drowsiness is possible, tasks that need full alertness require care.
When to get medical help
Get medical help quickly when pain starts after an injury, or if the legs feel numb or weak, bladder or bowel control changes, or rest for a week brings no relief.
Delivery
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Further reading
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