Question
The patient has been experiencing back pain due to prolonged sitting at work for two months. The main symptoms include back and shoulder pain during sleep at night, which is less painful during the day. Four months ago, the patient underwent X-ray imaging and urine tests, both of which were normal. No treatment has been received, and the patient inquires about the cause of the back pain and appropriate treatment methods.
Answer
The patient’s symptoms are initially diagnosed as chronic lumbar muscle strain, which is caused by regional muscle chronic injury due to prolonged incorrect posture, bending over while working, or continuous lumbar weight bearing. For this condition, oral medication treatment is relatively slow. It is recommended to adopt treatments such as acupuncture, micro-needle knife, and internal Chinese medicine, along with spinal realignment to enhance efficacy. During the treatment process, attention should be paid to the recovery and exercise of the lumbar muscles.