3. Back pain

Tingling sensation in the back may lead you end up having surgery.

If you underestimate the tingling sensation in your back, you may end up having spinal surgery.

Lower back pain is one of the most common pain conditions that about 80% of the population in Korea have experienced at least once. It is not a life-threatening condition, but it does reduce the quality of life.

Because back pain is a common condition, many patients tend to self-treat by applying pain-relieving patches or neglect it and wait for it to heal naturally, rather than being aware of the symptoms.

However, if left untreated and the symptoms worsen, it can lead to surgical treatment, so it is important to make efforts to prevent it on a regular basis or get early treatment according to the cause of the symptoms.

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To prevent and treat back pain properly, it is necessary to know the causes of back pain.

The lumbar region, where back pain occurs, is made up of intervertebral discs, nerves, joints, ligaments and muscles between the bones. Lumbar pain, as we commonly experience it, refers to pain in the lower back and radiating down the lower limbs caused by abnormalities in the structures around the lumbar region.

The main causes of this back pain are usually herniated discs and muscle pain, and an MRI scan will be done to check this condition more closely.

There are two types of back pain: acute back pain, which gets better within four weeks of the onset of symptoms, and chronic back pain, which is caused by a sedentary lifestyle. Symptoms tend to get worse with age, so proper spinal care is essential.

Proper care does not necessarily mean active treatment such as surgery. Conservative treatment can be effective depending on the patient’s condition.

McKenzie and Williams exercises

McKenzie exercises are lumbar extension exercises that shift the centre of gravity backwards and are exercises that use the muscles of the lower back, reducing the load on the disc.

The Williams exercise, on the other hand, involves bending the waist through flexion. This reduces the lordosis of the lumbar spine, strengthens the abdominal muscles and reduces nerve compression by creating more space between the lumbar vertebrae.

What these two exercises have in common is that they strengthen the back muscles and eventually reduce back pain.

In this way, if you receive appropriate treatment from a specialist when symptoms occur, you can overcome back pain without the fear of surgery.

Instead of thinking that it is a very common disease and being careless, it is advisable to get treated early with attention and appropriate measures.

You can also enjoy the article in Korean as below.

https://blog.naver.com/nasaret-best/223500852947

General Hospital in Incheon, Nasaret International Hospital

Nasaret International Hospital, located in Yeonsu-gu, Incheon, is a general hospital with the following features and history.

History

It started as the Jeonju Lee Kang-il Oriental Medical Clinic in 1974 and opened as Nasaret International Hospital in May 2009. In 2017, it was designated a regional emergency medical center.

Medical Services

We offer a wide range of medical services and provide high-quality care by using advanced equipment and technology. Additionally, we operate an International Medical Center for foreign patients, making our services easily accessible to patients in Korea and abroad.

Contribution to the Community

We improve the health and quality of life of local residents by providing medical support activities and volunteer services that meet the community’s needs.

Facilities and Equipment

Our hospital is equipped with the latest medical technology and facilities. We design our environment with patient safety and convenience as our top priorities.

Additionally, Nasaret International Hospital continuously improves the quality of its medical services through research and education and expands its global medical network by cooperating with domestic and international medical institutions. Visiting the hospital for a consultation is also an option.