Some back problems start for no obvious reason and this can be very frustrating. Back problems are rarely due to any serious disease or damage. Back problems can cause a range of symptoms, including:
- muscle spasms
- pins and needles due to nerve irritation
- stiffness
- hot, burning, shooting or stabbing pains in your back and sometimes into one or both of your legs
In many cases, new or flare-up of long-standing back problems should begin to settle within few weeks without the need to see a healthcare professional. For most back pain problems, you’ll not normally need an X-ray or MRI scan. However, speak to a healthcare professional as soon as possible if you:
- feel unsteady when you walk
- have back pain that starts when you’re ill with other problems – such as rheumatoid arthritis or cancer
- feel generally unwell
WHAT CAUSE BACK PROBLEMS?
Although most back problems start for no obvious reason, back pain can be caused by:
- lifting something awkwardly
- a flare-up of an existing problem
- staying in one position too long https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/back-pain/causes/
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