History of Lower Back Pain Relief (Lumbar Pain)

History of Lower Back Pain Relief (Lumbar Pain)

Throughout history, various cultures have developed methods to manage lower back pain (LBP), ranging from natural remedies to invasive procedures.

Ancient Civilizations (Egypt, Greece, Rome, China, India):

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Egypt (c. 1500 BCE) - The Ebers Papyrus mentions remedies like herbal poultices and massages to relieve back and lumbar pain.

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Greece (Hippocrates, c. 400 BCE) - Recommended spine traction, stretching exercise, and spinal manipulation.

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Rome (Galen, c. 200 CE) - Advised rest, massage, and hydrotherapy.

[if !supportLists]          [endif]China (Traditional Chinese Medicine - TCM) - Used acupuncture, moxibustion, and herbal medicine.

[if !supportLists]          [endif]India (Ayurveda) - Practiced yoga, oil massages, and herbal treatments.

Back Pain Treatment in Middle Ages & Renaissance:

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Bloodletting & Leeches - Believed to balance "humors" causing lower back pain.

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Spine Bone Setting - Manual backbone adjustments by barber-surgeons.

In 18th-19th Century Backaches Handling:

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Opium & Laudanum - Pain relief through narcotics relaxation.

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Early Chiropractic (D.D. Palmer, 1895) - Spinal cord adjustments for nerve function.

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Traction Devices - Mechanical stretching of the spine.

Early 20th Century:

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Surgical Interventions (e.g., laminectomy, discectomy) - Developed but risky.

[if !supportLists]          [endif]Bed Rest Prescription - Common but later found ineffective.

Current Situation with Low Back Pain:

Today, lower back pain remains a leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting 80% of people at some point in life (WHO). The approach has shifted significantly due to medical advancements and modern lifestyle changes.

Key Changes in Lower Back Pain Treatment (21st Century):

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