How long does it usually take to recover from a sprained back?

Lumbar sprain to the tendon is mainly involved in the lumbar muscle of the acute sprain, acute strain of the fascial ligaments, generally 10 to 14 days after the injury can be healed, severe sprain patients need 3 to 5 weeks to recover, the elderly need about 3 months to recover. The exact recovery time is determined by the patient’s individual physical condition, the severity of the injury, and varies from person to person. The main symptoms of lumbar sprain include localized swelling, pain and joint mobility disorders. In general, 3~4 days after the injury, pain can be reduced, bruising is gradually absorbed, swelling begins to subside, mild sprain patients can recover in 10~14 days, while patients with severe swelling, it needs to be 3~5 weeks before all the symptoms and functions can be restored. Elderly people, especially those with lumbar instability with osteoporosis, generally have a longer recovery time, taking about 3 months to recover. Lumbar sprain can generally be treated by rest, ice, compression bandage, etc., if necessary, can be treated by surgery, the recovery period generally need to actively carry out functional exercises to promote recovery and shorten the recovery time. Lumbar sprain to the tendon of the patient in accordance with the doctor’s instructions at the same time, need to pay attention to avoid short-term strenuous exercise and physical labor, so as not to aggravate the condition.