How Do You Treat Mechanical Back Pain

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or naproxen are available without prescription and may be used to reduce pain. Stronger prescription pain relievers are rarely required. Physical therapy: In a few cases, physical therapy may be an essential part of acute back pain rehabilitation.

What can be done for mechanical back pain?

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or naproxen are available without prescription and may be used to reduce pain. Stronger prescription pain relievers are rarely required. Physical therapy: In a few cases, physical therapy may be an essential part of acute back pain rehabilitation.

How is mechanical low back pain diagnosed?

The McKenzie method (mechanical diagnosis and therapy) is a physical therapy approach that uses a structured examination to classify patients with low back pain, which helps identify those who will benefit from physical therapy and which treatment will provide the most benefit.