selkavammoja

Selkavammoja is a Finnish term that translates to back injuries. It refers to injuries affecting the structures of the back, including muscles, ligaments, intervertebral discs, and vertebrae. The category encompasses both acute incidents and chronic conditions and is commonly managed within orthopedics, physiotherapy, and occupational health settings.

Causes of selkavammoja include acute trauma such as falls, car accidents, or sports injuries; work-related factors like heavy lifting, pulling, or repetitive motions; and non-traumatic factors such as degenerative spine changes, poor posture, and insufficient conditioning. Risk factors commonly associated with back injuries include aging, sedentary lifestyle, obesity, and occupations involving manual labor or prolonged sitting.

Common types of back injuries include soft tissue strains or sprains of back muscles and ligaments, herniated or bulging intervertebral discs, facet joint strains, compression fractures, and, in rare cases, injuries to the spinal cord or nerves. Symptoms may involve acute or chronic back pain, stiffness, reduced range of motion, muscle weakness, and sometimes radiating leg pain (sciatica) when nerve involvement is present.

Diagnosis typically combines patient history and physical examination with imaging studies as needed. X-rays can show bone injuries, while MRI or CT scans provide detail on soft tissues and discs. Treatment aims to relieve pain, restore function, and prevent recurrence, and may include rest, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, physical therapy, activity modification, ergonomic adjustments, injections, and, in severe cases, surgical options such as discectomy or fusion.

Prevention focuses on proper lifting techniques, strengthening and flexibility exercises, good posture, ergonomic work environments, weight management, and gradual return to activity after an injury. Prognosis varies by injury type and severity; most people recover with appropriate care, though some may experience recurrent or chronic back problems.