Numbness in the back

Numbness behind is the clinical manifestation of quite a bit of different pathological conditions. At the same time a small tribute is not a problem, however, the regular appearance and increase the intensity of the discomfort need medical attention.

There are just a few of the physiological causes of numbness in the back near the shoulder blades or lower back, but in most cases this symptom is the pathological basis.

For a long time numbness behind the works the only clinical symptom. There is the spread of these unpleasant feelings is accompanied by pain, and other manifestations.

To figure out the root cause of the development of such a phrase is possible only with the help of instrumental diagnostic procedures, supplemented by manipulation of the initial diagnostic and laboratory studies.

Get rid of the unpleasant sensations are used conservative methods of treatment, but eradication of the disease, the pathogen may require surgical intervention.

Etiology

Causes of numbness in the back can wide range of predisposing factors. It is noteworthy that in both sexes they can be both General and individual.

Common causes are:

  • found the body in an uncomfortable position for a long time;
  • long-term hypothermia of the body;
  • pathology of the spine related to the infringement of the nerve endings;
  • posture bending;
  • fractures or injuries to the ribs and spine.

In addition, at one time or another supportive factor may indicate the localization of the symptom. For example, men and women, numbness in the lower back can trigger:

  • between the vertebrae hernia;
  • malfunction of the pancreas;
  • renal failure;
  • the formation of malignant or benign tumors in the abdominal cavity;
  • sciatica;
  • by stretching the muscles;
  • the development of the inflammatory process in the kidneys.

If numbs the back between the shoulder blades, this often indicates the beginning of the occurrence of:

  • thoracic degenerative disc disease;
  • kyphoscoliosis is;
  • thoracic kyphosis;
  • intercostal neuralgia – at the same time numb to the right or to the left of the blade;
  • the disease, which causes inflammation of the tissues located around large joints;
  • osteoarthritis is.
Intercostal neuralgia

Intercostal neuralgia – a possible reason for numbness in the back

Women numbness of the skin behind the cause:

  • the period of carrying a child, especially in the later stages – when there is a clear localization of the symptoms in the lower back;
  • polycystic ovarian disease;
  • giant paraovarian cyst size;
  • ectopic pregnancy;
  • uterine cancer;
  • endometriosis and other gynecological diseases;
  • the flow of menstruation.

Predisposing factors why numb the back is only for men submitted:

  • the occurrence of chronic forms of prostatitis;
  • diseases of the prostate.

Symptoms

As mentioned above, for quite a long time, numbness in the back along the entire length of the spine act as the only clinical symptom. Because the progression of the disease is a manifestation of the most characteristic symptoms.

It should be noted that depending on the localization of numbness behind the accompanying symptom is different. For example, in cases the source of numbness under the left or right paddle also feel:

  • acute paroxysmal pain in this place;
  • heaviness in the chest;
  • the radiation pain in the region of the heart, liver and stomach;
  • violation of respiratory function;
  • dizziness;
  • shortness of breath, both during exercise and at rest;
  • weakness and fatigue;
  • cramps in the legs;
  • the sharp restriction of movements of the hands;
  • swelling and redness of the skin, which is located above the hearth numbness;
  • paresthesia and aponeurosis.

Numbness in back lower back is complemented by:

  • severe pain in the groin or lower extremities;
  • the appearance of "crosses" along the entire length of the spine;
  • feeling that numbness becomes the internal organs;
  • "ali" to the affected area.

All of the above features refer to the local manifestations, in terms of the most Common symptoms, it is dictated by the causative agent, why every patient is unique.

Diagnosis

If numbs the back of the blades or under, you should first consult a therapist or family doctor. One of these experts can perform the manipulation of the primary diagnosis, to make a preliminary diagnosis and refer the patient for further examination to the doctors of narrow medical fields.

The first stage of diagnosis is aimed at:

  • the study of the history of the patient;
  • the collection and analysis of life history;
  • a thorough medical complex diagnostic procedures, with the obligatory feeling of each area in the lumbar region, the area of the blades and the spine;
  • detailed research to get a complete symptomatic picture supplement, that a person with a stiff back.

Common instrumental and laboratory studies, aimed at the implementation:

  • General clinical analysis and biochemical analysis of blood;
  • radiography of the spine;
  • ultrasound;
  • dopplerography;
  • Ultrasound of the spine;
  • CT and MRI of internal organs and the skull.
Ultrasound

The procedure ultrasound of the lumbar spine

After that, the patient can be referred to:

  • an orthopedic surgeon or a cardiologist;
  • doctor disease or medical infections;
  • doctor respiratory or gynecologist;
  • a urologist, or orthopedist;
  • the doctor kidney disease, or proctologist.

Depending on what the doctor gets the patient must necessarily be assigned to specific laboratory tests and instrumental investigations.

Treatment

Numbness in back under left shoulder blade or below the right shoulder blade, lower back or around the spine can be neutralized by using:

  • manual therapy;
  • medical gymnastics;
  • laser treatment;
  • acupuncture and biopuncture;
  • wearing orthopedic products;
  • perform anesthesia roadblocks;
  • therapeutic massage;
  • acupuncture;
  • session electrophoresis;
  • hirudotherapies.

It should be noted that such management measures will allow to overcome a symptom, not the underlying disease. A stimulating treatment of the disease may include:

  • medication prescribed by the attending physician;
  • treatment diet;
  • physical therapy;
  • minimally invasive surgical procedures;
  • open surgery;
  • the use of folk remedies.

Often the treatment is comprehensive and is drawn up individually for each patient.

Prevention and prognosis

To prevent numbness in the back below the shoulder blades, the lumbar region or the spine you can use:

  • healthy and moderately active lifestyle;
  • to avoid the strong cooling of the body;
  • prevent fractures or injuries of the back and ribs;
  • proper nutrition, enriched with vitamins and trace elements;
  • regular shipping, at least two times a year, complete preventive examination is a medical institution, which is a charming visit to the above doctor.

What comes, is dead, he very often unfavorable, because such a manifestation is often ignored, and any disease related to the spine or internal organs is fraught with complications. In this case, the most dangerous consequences is highlighted in the invalidism of the person.