children dont have waists they cant have back pain

It is often said that parents are the best teachers for their children. When they are young, children imitate whatever adults do. As a result, when a child says, 'My back hurts,' adults often retort, 'Kids don't have backs, what back pain? Don't just mimic everything.' Do you relate to this?

  Do children not have backs? Do children not experience back pain?

 

The commonly referred to 'back' may not be the back in the true sense.

 

The saying that children don't have backs is related to a folk metaphor. The 'Suwen·Pulse Essentials' states:‘The back is the residence of the kidneys.’According to traditional understanding, the back refers to the kidneys, which are often equated with sexual ability. Since children do not have sexual ability before secondary development, it implies that they 'don't have backs.'

 

In reality, the back refers tothe muscle group connecting the upper and lower bodylocated near the body's center of gravity, controlling balance and influencing the nervous system and other parts.

 

The back muscles include the psoas major and psoas minor. The psoas major connects the lumbar spine to the upper limbs, while the psoas minor connects the pelvis and spine. Only when the back muscles have sufficient strength and flexibility can they help stabilize the body and prevent poor posture caused by excessive forward bending or 'swayback.'

 

So, do children not experience back pain? It's not that they don't, but it's rare. Back pain is not a disease but a symptom, mainly caused by heavy physical labor leading to conditions like lumbar disc herniation and muscle strain, which are more common in adults.

 

However, if a child frequently complains of back pain, adults should pay attention, as it could indicate conditions like pediatric kidney stones or malignant tumors of the kidneys or adrenal glands. It should not be dismissed as mere mimicry.

 

What causes frequent back pain?

 

The back muscles are the core area for maintaining body balance. They not only activate multiple organs and nerves but also contract, relax, stabilize, or remain neutral like other muscles. As long as the back muscles are relaxed and healthy, they can adapt to various changes.

 

The back muscles affect the entire body, but mainly the lower back area. The reasons for lower back pain can be difficult to determine. Here are some common causes:Causes of pain:

 

● Poor posture

● Weak muscle strength (abdominal muscles, back muscles, erector spinae)

● Genetic factors

● Acute injury

● Disc problems

● Aging

● Overweight

● Nerve disorders

 

Although back pain affects people of all ages, regions, and genders, the main affected age group is30-60 years. To explain why back pain is so common, scientists have conducted extensive research. The results show that a sedentary lifestyle combined with intermittent intense exercise is a major cause of back pain.

 

What situations can lead to back pain?

 

1. Prolonged standing or sitting.Many professions require long periods of standing or sitting, which can lead to muscle fatigue and back pain. Maintaining proper posture and taking breaks to move around can help.

 

2. Back pain caused by injury.Injuries such as bruises or sprains, if not treated promptly or thoroughly, can lead to frequent back pain in the future.

 

3. Cold weather.Cold weather can impede blood circulation, leading to back pain. Preventive measures include avoiding prolonged exposure to cold or windy conditions and avoiding excessive physical activity.

 

4. Neurological disorders of the spinal cord or spine.If you feel discomfort in your spine, you should get it checked promptly to prevent other conditions from developing.

 

5. Organ disease in the back area.Many organs are located around the back. When these organs are diseased, they can cause back pain. Treating the affected organs can alleviate or reduce the side effects of back pain.

 

6. Psychological factors.Common conditions like hysteria often come with various clinical symptoms, including back pain. Since these symptoms have no organic damage basis, they can be influenced by suggestion.

 

7. Pain caused by aging.As people age, joints undergo degenerative changes, and factors like lumbar spine growth can lead to frequent back pain. Although we cannot stop aging, we can slow it down through exercise and health care, thereby improving back pain.

 

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Is applying a patch enough for muscle strain?

 

Generally, when experiencing muscle strain, people choose to apply a patch. Patches have effects like dispelling cold, harmonizing blood, unblocking meridians, and removing dampness, which can help with muscle strain. However, patches alone are not enough for a cure; other medications and strengthening exercises are also needed.

 

Self-test: Do you have muscle strain?

 

In the early stages, muscle strain patients experience pain with noticeable radiating characteristics, sometimes leading to numbness in the feet. The pain is usually lighter during the day and heavier at night, and pressing around the back area reveals obvious pain points. Many patients need to hit their back with a fist to relieve the pain.

 

People prone to muscle strain:

 

· Teachers, salespeople.These people typically need to stand for long periods, putting a heavy load on their back muscles.

 

· Models and others who need to maintain a posture for long periods.Due to the nature of their work, models often wear high heels and maintain a fixed posture for long periods, which can lead to high tension and heavy load on the back muscles.

 

· Office workers.This group needs to sit for long periods, causing the lumbar spine to move forward and compressing the back muscles.

 

How to care for muscle strain patients?

 

1. Back cushion

Use a suitable small cushion or pillow under the back, and lie on a hard bed for 15-20 minutes daily. This helps treat muscle strain and relieve back pain.

 

2. Special waist belt

Using a self-made wide waist belt during work or exercise can help prevent cold and injury to the back.

 

3. Use of external herbal medicine

Using herbal liquids made from Clematis, Lycopodium, and Mugwort, and applying them hot to the affected area daily can help activate blood circulation and treat muscle strain. Herbal patches or hot compresses with herbal cloth can also be effective, especially for pain caused by weather changes.

 

4. Massage

Rubbing the back and stimulating acupoints like Huantiao, Shenshu, Zhishi, Dachangshu, and Weizhong can help relieve back pain.

 

5. Exercise

Performing exercises like the Swallow Pose and Bridge Pose, along with back rotations and twists, can help treat muscle strain.

 

6. Dietary therapy

For muscle strain caused by cold or kidney deficiency, combining appropriate dietary therapy can enhance the treatment effect.

 

7. Correct posture

Maintain good sitting or standing posture, take breaks every hour to relax. Avoid sitting for long periods playing games or watching TV during holidays, and take walks outdoors.

 

The back muscles affect many aspects of a person's life, so please take good care of them.

 

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