Back sprains are often the beginning of a long battle with back pain. Sprains are limited to the ligaments that link the spinal bones together, followed by tendons which connect muscles to bones and dics. Symptoms such as diffuse muscle aches, fatigue, back or neck pain, sleep disturbance, and muscle tender points often follow back sprains. It's important to see your healthcare provider for a diagnosis if what you thought was a minor muscle sprain continues for more than a couple of weeks.

The diagnosis of stress-related back pain or sprain is based on a complete history and physical by a healthcare provider. It's important to rule out maladies such as kidney disease, spinal tumors, or infection that can manifest themselves much like a back sprain. If you're indeed diagnosed with back sprain, your treatment will most likely be overseen by some type of therapist or a chiropractor.

In addition to learning proper sitting, bending, and lifting techniques, you'll most likely receive the latest in muscle treatment: ultrasound therapy. Ultrasound has been found to reach deep into the muscle tissue through the use of sound waves at a specific frequency of 1 MHz (one million vibrations per second). MendMeShop Ultrasond along with MendMeShop Lavender Infusion Ultrasound Gel which contains naturally based pain relieving and anti-inflammatory ingredients. The ultrasound unit actually drives the pain relieving ingredients deep into tissue (a process known medically as phonophoresis) giving you the pain relief where you need it.