Flashback, medically known as acute low back injury, is caused by varying degrees of tearing of the muscles, fascia and ligaments of the low back. There is no fastest way to recover from acute low back injury and the recovery time depends on the severity of the condition. Common treatment methods include conservative treatment, physical therapy, medication and so on.
1. Conservative treatment: After acute lumbar injury, patients should immediately stop high-intensity activities, and preferably rest in a flat position on a hard bed. Before recovering from the disease, it is best to avoid carrying heavy objects, lifting weights and other activities that put great pressure on the lumbar region.
2. Physiotherapy: cold compresses can be applied to the affected area within 72 hours after acute lumbar injury to reduce lumbar edema and inflammation; hot compresses can be applied to the affected area after 72 hours to promote blood circulation and accelerate injury recovery. Massage, tuina, acupuncture and so on can also be carried out under the guidance of the doctor to relieve the pain in the lower back.
3. Medication: Use non-steroidal painkillers such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, diclofenac sodium, etc., which can have anti-inflammatory, soothing and pain-relieving effects. Use drugs that activate blood circulation and remove blood stasis, such as Panax ginseng injury ointment, Yunnan Baiyao, etc., to achieve the effect of promoting blood circulation and relieving pain in the lower back.
The above medicines should be used according to the doctor’s prescription.
After the flash back, the recovery of the condition is gradual and should not be rushed. If the lumbar injury is serious, or even accompanied by lumbar spondylolisthesis, lumbar spine fracture, etc., surgical treatment may be required, and then the recovery time will be extended accordingly. Patients are advised to go to the hospital for consultation and treatment under the guidance of the doctor.