Back Pain And Constipation

It sounds crazy, but back pain and constipation have an influence on each other. One can cause the other and vice versa. It is important to try to see what causes something.

Can back pain cause constipation?
The back is a central part of the body. Many movements originate from the spine. Those who have pain in the back will consciously and unconsciously try to avoid as many movements as possible. The functioning of the intestines can therefore also decrease. As a result, the food is less digested and you get congestion. Also, the nerves that suffer from the back complaints interact with those responsible for the digestion so that it can stop.

Can constipation cause back pain?
When you have constipation, your rectum is blocked. That because of dehydration or too slow digestion. When you exert pressure to empty the intestine, this can lead to pain and the stool can even stop altogether. Unfortunately, your intestines do not stop processing food and producing waste. In that sense, it looks a bit like traffic jams. Even though the cars are stationary, more and more cars are coming. Your intestines swell up and get completely blocked, so they press against the nerves and muscles of your back. You will get back pain. It is a misconception that only severe constipation can cause back pain, even mild constipation can cause back problems.

Additional connections:

• Some medications that are prescribed for back pain can cause constipation.
• Back pain can also occur because people with constipation completely cramp in the toilet.
• The pregnancy often also results in back pain and constipation.

What can you do?

• Take care of your attitude.
• Keep moving that stimulates both your back muscles and your bowel movement.
• Drink lots of water, eat lots of fresh fruit and vegetables and fiber-rich food.
• Try to relax. Stress can cause constipation and back pain.
• Do not just take painkillers, which can lead to even more constipation.