{"id":9750,"date":"2022-10-27T18:21:30","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T13:21:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/?p=9750"},"modified":"2023-12-11T13:45:55","modified_gmt":"2023-12-11T08:45:55","slug":"all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/","title":{"rendered":"All that You Should Know About Dorsalgia"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Pain in the lower back, inability to work, distress and discomfort in the lower back\u2026there is a medical name for it and it is dorsalgia. Learn what is dorsalgia and what are the symptoms and treatments of it in the given below article.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#what_is_dorsalgia\" title=\"What is Dorsalgia?\">What is Dorsalgia?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#dorsalgia_meaning\" title=\"Dorsalgia Meaning\">Dorsalgia Meaning<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#what_are_dorsalgia_causes\" title=\"What are Dorsalgia Causes?\">What are Dorsalgia Causes?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#what_are_dorsalgia_symptoms\" title=\"What are Dorsalgia Symptoms?\">What are Dorsalgia Symptoms?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#what_are_the_types_of_dorsalgia\" title=\"What are the Types of Dorsalgia?\">What are the Types of Dorsalgia?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#lumbar_dorsalgia\" title=\"Lumbar Dorsalgia\">Lumbar Dorsalgia<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#thoracic_dorsalgia\" title=\"Thoracic Dorsalgia\">Thoracic Dorsalgia<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#cervicothoracic_dorsalgia\" title=\"Cervicothoracic Dorsalgia\">Cervicothoracic Dorsalgia<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#cervical_dorsalgia\" title=\"Cervical Dorsalgia\">Cervical Dorsalgia<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#lumbosacral_dorsalgia\" title=\"Lumbosacral Dorsalgia\">Lumbosacral Dorsalgia<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#thoracolumbar_dorsalgia\" title=\"Thoracolumbar Dorsalgia\">Thoracolumbar Dorsalgia<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#how_is_dorsalgia_diagnosed\" title=\"How is Dorsalgia Diagnosed?\">How is Dorsalgia Diagnosed?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#medical_tests\" title=\"Medical Tests\">Medical Tests<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-4\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-4\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#imaging_test\" title=\"Imaging Test\">Imaging Test<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#nerve_test\" title=\"Nerve Test\">Nerve Test<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#physical_examination\" title=\"Physical Examination\">Physical Examination<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#what_are_dorsalgia_treatments\" title=\"What are Dorsalgia Treatments?\">What are Dorsalgia Treatments?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#physical_therapy\" title=\"Physical Therapy\">Physical Therapy<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#medications\" title=\"Medications\">Medications<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#dry_needling\" title=\"Dry Needling\">Dry Needling<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#tens_transcutaneous_electrical_nerve_stimulation\" title=\"TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)\">TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#muscle_relaxants\" title=\"Muscle Relaxants\">Muscle Relaxants<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#surgery\" title=\"Surgery\">Surgery<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#what_are_the_dorsalgia_risk_factors\" title=\"What are the Dorsalgia Risk Factors?\">What are the Dorsalgia Risk Factors?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#how_to_live_with_dorsalgia\" title=\"How to Live with Dorsalgia?\">How to Live with Dorsalgia?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-that-you-should-know-about-dorsalgia\/#a_word_from_healthwire\" title=\"A Word from Healthwire\">A Word from Healthwire<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_is_dorsalgia\"><\/span>What is Dorsalgia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dorsalgia is a condition in which a person suffers from severe back pain. It is a combination of two words dorsal means back while algia means pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"dorsalgia_meaning\"><\/span>Dorsalgia Meaning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Severe back pain or spine pain that includes the areas of the low back, mid-back, and even sciatic pain. But dorsalgia does not include pain that is because of scoliosis or lordosis.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_dorsalgia_causes\"><\/span>What are Dorsalgia Causes?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dorsalgia can affect you because of numerous reasons. But some of the common causes of dorsalgia are given below<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overuse of the spine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Poor body shape or gait<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In case of spine or back injury<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bulging discs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Herniated discs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_dorsalgia_symptoms\"><\/span>What are Dorsalgia Symptoms?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>People might suffer from acute to severe cases of back pain that often comes with a burning sensation. Given below are some of the symptoms of dorsalgia that you need to know about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Everyday activities such as standing and walking become extremely difficult<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Severe pain that crawls from the neck to the back alongside a burning sensation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facing difficulty in changing postures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unable to bend down because of pain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Numbness in the upper and lower back&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_the_types_of_dorsalgia\"><\/span>What are the Types of Dorsalgia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dorsalgia can be divided into different categories depending on the part of the spine from where the pain is generated. Depending on this classification there are six types of dorsalgia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lumbar&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thoracic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cervicothoracic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cervical<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lumbosacral<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Thoracolumbar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"lumbar_dorsalgia\"><\/span>Lumbar Dorsalgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Lumbar dorsalgia is one of the most common types of dorsalgia. A person might suffer from lumbar dorsalgia when the pain initiates in the lumbar region. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/neuroscience\/vertebral-column\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">The lumbar region is the 3rd region of the spine<\/a> or vertebral column. People who suffer from <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/lower-back-pain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lower back pain<\/a> are actually dealing with lumbar dorsalgia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"thoracic_dorsalgia\"><\/span>Thoracic Dorsalgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the rarest types of dorsalgia is thoracic dorsalgia. It is uncommon because the thoracic region is not used by someone for daily activities. Those patients who are suffering from this might complain of severe mid-back pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cervicothoracic_dorsalgia\"><\/span>Cervicothoracic Dorsalgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this type of dorsalgia, a patient might suffer from excruciating pain that originates from the cervical region and then reach the thoracic part of the spine. The cervical region is the top region of the spine while the thoracic region comes in the center constituting the middle of the vertebral column.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the top reviewed Orthopedic Surgeon in Lahore, <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/doctors\/lahore\/orthopedic-surgeon\/dr-afzal-hussain-1307134\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Afzal Hussain<\/a> &#8220;<em>Cervicothoracic dorsalgia is a condition in which a person suffers from pain in two areas of the spine. This is what makes even standing and walking a difficult task<\/em>.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"cervical_dorsalgia\"><\/span>Cervical Dorsalgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During cervical dorsalgia, the pain emerges from the neck region and then moves to the mid of the spine. Some of the common causes of cervical dorsalgia are injury, stress, or whiplash. The patient might suffer from mild to severe pain. Mild pain can lead to neck stiffness but severe pain can render a person nearly paralyzed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"lumbosacral_dorsalgia\"><\/span>Lumbosacral Dorsalgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In this type of dorsalgia, the pain emerges from the lumbar region and reaches the sacral region. Lumbosacral dorsalgia is also one of the most common types of back pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"thoracolumbar_dorsalgia\"><\/span>Thoracolumbar Dorsalgia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The thoracic region is the 2nd section while the lumbar is the 3rd section of the vertebral column. A pain that occurs in these regions of the spine is known as thoracolumbar dorsalgia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_is_dorsalgia_diagnosed\"><\/span>How is Dorsalgia Diagnosed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Doctors often recommend some physical tests to assess the condition of the spine and to find out the root cause of the problem. Some of the standard diagnostic ways for dorsalgia are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"medical_tests\"><\/span>Medical Tests<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In order to properly assess the spine condition of the individual and to find out the origin of the problem. These medical tests mostly fall into two categories:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"imaging_test\"><\/span>Imaging Test<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Imaging tests are mostly conducted to take an in-depth look at what might prove to be the source of the problem. Ima tests include <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/lab-tests\/mri-test\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MRIs<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/lab-tests\/chest-x-ray-test\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X-rays<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/lab-tests\/ct-scan-test\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CT scans<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"nerve_test\"><\/span>Nerve Test<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Nerve damage can also lead to severe back pain and this testing includes EMG or the insertion of small needles into the skin muscles to predict the nerve damage.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"physical_examination\"><\/span>Physical Examination<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the top spinal and orthopedic surgeons in Lahore, <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/doctors\/lahore\/orthopedic-surgeon\/dr-afzal-hussain-1307134\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Afzal Hussain<\/a> says that they ask the patient to perform simple routine tasks such as standing, fetching something, or bending over. During the physical examination, the doctor asks to take careful notes of the physical performance of the individual to curate a treatment plan accordingly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Doctors often check the nerve responses by hitting some part of your body slightly with a hammer. Make sure to be crystal clear in your communication with your doctor. Whether there is a family history or previous injury, you should tell your healthcare advisor about it all.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, tell your doctor all about how excruciating and unbearable the pain has been and whether it is accompanied by a burning sensation or not.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, note that there is a <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/difference-between-physical-therapy-and-rehabilitation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">difference between physical examination and rehabilitation<\/a>. As one is needed to improve muscle performance while the other is to stabilize health after injuries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_dorsalgia_treatments\"><\/span>What are Dorsalgia Treatments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dorsalgia treatments vary from person to person depending on the severity of the condition, medical history, and age. During the initial stage of this condition, doctors often recommend less invasive methods to maintain the overall wellness of the person.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common dorsalgia treatments are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"physical_therapy\"><\/span>Physical Therapy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical therapy is one of the most popular treatment methods for dorsalgia. Doctors often hold regular sessions with the patients to help them move their muscles. Furthermore, they will also assess how the body is responding to therapy and exercises.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Massages and yoga are also highly recommended treatment options for dorsalgia. Furthermore, chiropractic care can also be used to ease the pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"medications\"><\/span>Medications<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alongside physical therapy some medicines are also recommended. Some of the commonly used medicines for this condition are <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/every-thing-you-need-to-know-about-aspirin-tablets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">aspirin<\/a> and ibuprofen. From relieving the pain to subduing the symptoms medicines can prove to be quite effective.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure to consult a doctor properly before taking these medicines because there can be some side effects such as stomach and heart problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"dry_needling\"><\/span>Dry Needling<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry needling is used to provide relief to those patients who are suffering from dorsalgia. In this treatment filiform needles are injected into the trigger points to deactivate them. Doctors at <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/hospitals\/lahore\/evercare-hospital-18545\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Evercare Hospital<\/a> say that the basic purpose of this treatment for dorsalgia is to provide comfort and relieve muscle pressure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dry needling can have some risks such as soreness in the areas, bleeding, and fainting due to low blood pressure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tens_transcutaneous_electrical_nerve_stimulation\"><\/span>TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>TENS or Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation is a highly effective treatment for dorsalgia. It is a small device that operates on a battery with the help of two electrodes. The doctor places the electrodes on the skin of the patient and then provides low-volume electric currents to the patient.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although a safe treatment for dorsalgia, doctors do not recommend this treatment for pregnant women or those who have had a cardiac arrest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"muscle_relaxants\"><\/span>Muscle Relaxants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Doctors might also recommend muscle relaxants to ease the pain and muscle spasms. But prolonged intake of muscle relaxants is not recommended. This is because of the given below risks<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dry mouth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fatigue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dizziness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/stress-fractures\/lahore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fractures<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Overdose<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Commonly recommended muscle relaxants are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Metaxalone<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tizanidine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Carisoprodol&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cyclobenzaprine<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"surgery\"><\/span>Surgery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In case none of the above-recommended treatments work then the ultimate resort for doctors is often surgeries. The surgeries for dorsalgia are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Vertebroplasty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spinal fusion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nucleoplasty<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Artificial disk replacement<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Foraminotomy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Discectomy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember to provide your doctor details of any previous surgery so that any sort of complication can be avoided.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_are_the_dorsalgia_risk_factors\"><\/span>What are the Dorsalgia Risk Factors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>From old age to physiological disorders, here are some risk factors for dorsalgia:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/depression\/lahore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Depression<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/anxiety-disorder\/lahore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Anxiety<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arthritis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nicotine intake<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/diseases\/obesity-overweight\/lahore\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Obesity<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sedentary lifestyle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_live_with_dorsalgia\"><\/span>How to Live with Dorsalgia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can try the following effective remedies to live a better life even when you are suffering from dorsalgia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Try to set a sleep schedule and stick with it&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eat a healthy diet and quit smoking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not sit for long periods of tie and take breaks to stand up and walk around<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not put a strain on your back by carrying more items at once<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use hot or cold compresses to ease the nerve pain in the back<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not limit yourself by laying all day. Slowly and gradually engage yourself in activities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a_word_from_healthwire\"><\/span>A Word from Healthwire<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dorsalgia is a serious health complication that if not catered to at the right time might lead to severe medical problems. Therefore on time and the right diagnosis is the key to good health. Try to get in contact with <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/doctors\/lahore\/orthopedic-surgeon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">orthopedic surgeons<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/doctors\/lahore\/chiropractor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chiropractors<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/doctors\/lahore\/general-physician\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">general physicians<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/doctors\/lahore\/pain-management-specialist\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pain management specialists<\/a> if you have any queries regarding dorsalgia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pain in the lower back, inability to work, distress and discomfort in the lower back\u2026there&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":14,"featured_media":9751,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[14],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9750","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-diseases-disorders"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>All that You Should Know About Dorsalgia - Healthwire<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dorsalgia treatments vary from person to person depending on the severity of the condition, medical history, and age. 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