While occasional lower back pain can be managed with home remedies, certain symptoms warrant immediate medical attention:
- Severe Pain: Intense pain that does not improve with rest or over-the-counter medications. - Numbness or Tingling: Especially if it occurs in the legs or feet, as it may indicate nerve involvement. - Loss of Bladder or Bowel Control: This is a medical emergency that requires prompt evaluation. - Persistent Pain: Pain lasting more than a few weeks should be evaluated by a healthcare professional.
