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Back Pain and Constipation

Back pain and constipation are symptoms that often go together. In fact, back pain and general gastro-intestinal problems are some of the most common symptoms for many patients. Back pain due to a pinched nerve is the most common form of physical back pain that can also cause constipation. However, psychological back pain is a far more frequent cause of these combined symptoms and can create agonizing problems without any structural neurological compression at all.

Back Pain and Constipation

Back Pain and Constipation Causes

Nerves in the lower back regulate the function of the intestines. Peristalsis is controlled by the autonomic nerves. These nerves can fall victim to physical compression due to:

* Herniated Discs

* Facet Joint Syndrome

* Spinal Stenosis

* Back Muscle Spasm

Most nerve related symptoms are actually the result of oxygen deprivation to the affected area. This cause of back pain is often misdiagnosed and the patient has a very small chance of finding true relief.

When the autonomic nerves are affected by any of these conditions, the result can be a combination of constipation and back pain. Other common combination symptoms are back pain with chronic diarrhea, gas pains, heartburn, bloating, indigestion or general stomach discomfort.

Recommendation on Back Pain and Constipation

Chronic back pain is most typically the result of some unresolved psychological issues. Stomach and intestinal problems are also normally caused by some negative emotional stress. It makes perfect sense for these combination back pain syndromes to coexist in the same patient at the same time. Both types of pain are part of the complex interactions between the mind, the body and the spirit.

Extended periods of unexplained constipation can be an indicator of serious health concerns. It is advisable to report such symptoms to your doctor if they do not improve in a few days.

Back Pain and Constipation to Back Pain Home 12/23/06 Revised 11/2/09


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