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Back pain — diagnosis and treatment in Gdańsk
Back pain can be caused by overload, injury, degenerative changes or a neurological problem. At ProfessMed you can start with a consultation and be directed to the right diagnostic and treatment path.
Back pain — diagnosis and treatment in Gdańsk
Back pain can be caused by overload, injury, degenerative changes or a neurological problem. At ProfessMed you can start with a consultation and be directed to the right diagnostic and treatment path.
About the problem
The pain may affect the cervical, thoracic or lumbar spine and worsen when sitting, walking or changing position.
It is important to distinguish mechanical pain from symptoms radiating into the limbs, numbness or muscle weakness.
Most common symptoms
- pain radiating into the buttock or leg
- numbness or tingling in the limbs
- morning stiffness
- pain after overload or injury
- restricted range of movement
When to see a doctor
- when the pain lasts more than a few days and keeps coming back
- when numbness, weakness or difficulty walking appear
- when the pain wakes you at night or follows an injury
- when painkillers do not improve how you function