Which part to massage for lumbar muscle strain?

Written by Su Zhen Bo

Orthopedics

Updated on January 03, 2025

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After experiencing lumbar muscle strain, massage therapy can be used for treatment. During the massage, focus on the kidney area on both sides of the lumbar spine. Techniques such as muscle lifting and pinching, local elbow pressing, and massage methods like rubbing, kneading, and rolling can be used. Stimulate effective acupoints in the waist to restore normal circulation of qi and blood in the lumbar muscles, promote the muscle tissues to absorb nutrients, enhance the strength, toughness, and elasticity of lumbar muscles, and reduce symptoms such as pain and swelling, as well as increase the range of motion in the lumbar spine area. Additionally, support with lumbar acupuncture, moxibustion, electrotherapy, and physical therapy. Under the guidance of a rehabilitation doctor, strengthen lumbar functional exercises to accelerate recovery. In terms of diet, consume more fresh fruits and foods rich in calcium.

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Written by Cheng Bin

Orthopedics

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How long should one rest for a lumbar muscle strain?

For patients with lumbar muscle strain, it is generally necessary to rest for about seven to ten days, which is beneficial for the improvement of clinical symptoms of lumbar muscle strain. However, if vigorous exercise, fatigue, or exposure to cold occur later, it may cause the symptoms of lumbar muscle strain to recur. Therefore, even after recovery, it is necessary to pay attention to rest and protection, avoid cold exposure, and prevent external injuries. Topically, some ointments that activate blood circulation and disperse stasis can be used. Wearing a lumbar belt to protect the spine, taking oral non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medications, and medications that activate blood and resolve stasis can be effective treatments. This can be accompanied by acupuncture, massage, heat therapy, and cupping as physiotherapy methods, and gradual recovery can be achieved. (Specific medications should be taken under the guidance of a physician.)

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Written by Guan Yu Hua

Orthopedic Surgery

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How should lumbar muscle strain be treated?

Lumbar muscle strain is a particularly common disease, such as strenuous exercise or long periods of heavy physical labor. For instance, farmers bending over, farming, hoeing, cutting grass, fertilizing, and spraying pesticides are all activities closely related to the movement of the lumbar muscles. The human body's muscles engage in 80% of activities, and their involvement in lumbar muscle strain is very common. It mainly manifests as swinging hammers, digging tree pits, bending over to lift heavy objects, and carrying heavy weights. Subsequently, pain and discomfort in the lumbar region occur. The next morning, upon waking, the symptoms may become more apparent. The lumbar area may feel stiff, akin to a plank, making getting out of bed difficult. Through physical examination and radiographic imaging, such as CT scans of the lumbar spine, the condition can generally be identified and confirmed. In such cases, strict bed rest is required, generally for at least ten days, during which symptoms gradually alleviate. During this period, treatments such as traction, physiotherapy, massage, and heating can help alleviate the symptoms. If necessary, blood-activating and pain-relieving medications may be taken. The condition is treatable, but it is advisable to avoid prolonged sitting in the future. When engaging in heavy labor, it is better to restrict the lumbar region by wearing a lumbar belt or engaging in lighter physical activities that do not overly exert the lumbar area. Regular care for the lumbar region is essential. Once there is damage to the lumbar region, recurrent episodes can affect the quality of normal life and work.

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Written by Li Jin

Orthopedics

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What department should I go to for lumbar muscle strain?

Patients with lumbar muscle strain can visit the orthopedics department. Lumbar muscle strain is primarily caused by long-term heavy physical activities involving the lower back, poor posture, and chronic strain. Symptoms can include lower back pain and restricted movement, which typically lessen after rest and worsen after physical activity. For treating lumbar muscle strain, it is important to first ensure adequate rest and to develop proper habits for using the lower back, avoiding long-term heavy physical activities. Treatment can also involve the appropriate use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications, combined with heat application, physical therapy, massage, or nerve block techniques. These methods can effectively improve symptoms and promote recovery.

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Written by Wang Cheng Lin

Orthopedics

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Symptoms of lumbar muscle strain

Lumbar muscle strain is mostly caused by excessive activity, overexertion, fatigue, and intense exercise, which leads to the continuous pulling of the lumbar muscle fibers beyond their load capacity, resulting in injury. After the injury, many patients may not have sufficient rest, causing the muscle fibers in the lumbar region to become scarred, which is referred to as lumbar muscle strain. The primary symptoms of lumbar muscle strain are pain and limited mobility in the lumbar region, especially after intense exercise or exertion, with the pain gradually worsening and possibly radiating to the buttocks on both sides. The main treatment involves rest, which is the most important. Additionally, treatments such as physiotherapy, rehabilitation, massage, acupuncture, and oral medication can be used to aid in the recovery and growth of lumbar muscles, with the main symptoms being pain in the lumbar area and restricted movement.

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Written by Li Jin

Orthopedics

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Can lumbar muscle strain be cured completely?

Whether lumbar muscle strain can be completely cured is related to the severity of the condition. Generally, patients with mild conditions should rest and may use anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications, or treatment methods such as hot compresses, physical therapy, and massage. Symptoms can be effectively relieved within a few days, and recovery is possible. For more severe cases, recovery may be slower if patients do not rest properly, and there could be recurrent episodes as well. Thus, patients with lumbar muscle strain should also pay attention to rest and recuperation routinely, develop correct habits for using the lower back, and reduce heavy physical activities involving the lower back. Additionally, it is important to stay warm and prevent exposure to cold. Patients can also use anti-inflammatory and analgesic medications, and drugs that promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis to facilitate recovery. Heat compresses and physical therapy can be used as well. These methods play an active role in improving symptoms and promoting recovery. (Note: The use of medications should be carried out under the guidance of a professional doctor.)