HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Does Backache On The Left Side Indicate?

I ve had the flu for 5 days. Today I have a pain in the left side of my back. It feels like a muscle cramp, but I am leary. I had a similar symptom three years ago when I had a heart attack two days after a tripple bypass, due to an arterial disection during a heart cath. Should I be concerned or wait to see if it clears up?
Wed, 3 Jan 2018
Report Abuse
Ayurveda Specialist,  's  Response
hi sir/madam,
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.

Common Causes of Lower Left Back Pain:-

1.Bulging or herniated discs.
2.Muscle spasms.
3.Pulled back muscle.
4.Muscle imbalances.
5.Muscle strain, injury or trauma to the back muscles, ligaments or joints.
6.Trigger points.
7.Stress / Negative emotions.

If lower left back pain is particularly severe, it may be an indication of a herniated or ruptured disc, or sciatica.

Recommended Treatments for Lower Left Side Back Pain:-

1.Muscle Balance Therapy.
2.Massage Therapy.
3.Trigger Point Therapy.
4.Inversion / Decompression Therapy.
5.Acupuncture / Acupressure.
6.Use a Back Support or Cushion.
7Relaxation, Meditation.
8.Dietary improvements (ie. reducing foods that cause inflammation like dairy, wheat / gluten, sugar, nightshades).
9.Drink more clean, filtered water.

Left Side Back Pain Prevention:-

1. While walking and sitting, keep a relatively upright posture
2. When lifting objects (heavy or light), always lift with the legs-never bend from the waist
3 .Exercise; focus on working out the muscles in the core (abdomen and back)
4. Daily Stretching.

Hope i was helpful.
Have a healthy day.
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Does Backache On The Left Side Indicate?

hi sir/madam, Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. Common Causes of Lower Left Back Pain:- 1.Bulging or herniated discs. 2.Muscle spasms. 3.Pulled back muscle. 4.Muscle imbalances. 5.Muscle strain, injury or trauma to the back muscles, ligaments or joints. 6.Trigger points. 7.Stress / Negative emotions. If lower left back pain is particularly severe, it may be an indication of a herniated or ruptured disc, or sciatica. Recommended Treatments for Lower Left Side Back Pain:- 1.Muscle Balance Therapy. 2.Massage Therapy. 3.Trigger Point Therapy. 4.Inversion / Decompression Therapy. 5.Acupuncture / Acupressure. 6.Use a Back Support or Cushion. 7Relaxation, Meditation. 8.Dietary improvements (ie. reducing foods that cause inflammation like dairy, wheat / gluten, sugar, nightshades). 9.Drink more clean, filtered water. Left Side Back Pain Prevention:- 1. While walking and sitting, keep a relatively upright posture 2. When lifting objects (heavy or light), always lift with the legs-never bend from the waist 3 .Exercise; focus on working out the muscles in the core (abdomen and back) 4. Daily Stretching. Hope i was helpful. Have a healthy day.