Backache

Overview

Backache, Lumbago, Lumbar Rheumatism, is pain in the back of any cause or description. It can occur as a constant aching Pain or as a sharp, stabbing, boring or burning pain that is worsented when twisting, turning or bending.

Many Backaches are caused by Muscle Weakness and it is also often regarded as a form of Rheumatism.

 5% to 14% of individuals experience Backaches each year.

 60% to 90% of individuals suffer from Backaches at some stage of their life.

Alkaloids

 Capsaicin (0.0.25% strength or greater cream applied topically) may alleviate the Pain associated with Backache.  ^[1] 

Amino Acids

 Phenylalanine may alleviate the Pain associated with Backache.  ^[2] 

Carbohydrates

 Chondroitin Sulfate (consumed orally or applied topically) is claimed to alleviate the Pain associated with Backache.  ^[3]

 Glucosamine (consumed orally or applied topically) is claimed to alleviate the Pain associated with Backache.  ^[4]

Enzymes

 Chymopapain (when injected by a physician directly into the vertebrae) may alleviate the Back Pain associated with Backache.  ^[5] 

Lipids

 Omega-3 Fatty Acids may alleviate the Pain associated with Backache.  ^[6] 

Minerals

 Calcium may alleviate some cases of Backache. 

 Molybdenum (400 - 500 micrograms per day) may alleviate many of the symptoms of Backache.  ^[7]

Nucleic Compounds

 Supplemental Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) may alleviate the Pain associated with Backache.  ^[8] 

Patented Medicines

 Analgesics may alleviate the Pain associated with Backache.