Low Back Pain

Low Back Pain and neck pain are the two largest causes of time off work. Back pain is the most frequent reason why people consult with complementary or alternative therapists, the second most common reason for visits to physicians, and the most expensive work-related cause of disability. Four out of five people experience back pain at least once,14 and 65 million adults are affected by back pain in the United States each year.

With all that we know about the body and taking care of it, there is still low back pain.

Sitting at desks all day, lifting children, doing the weekend chores, not eating right and many other things can cause low back pain. Trauma from sports injuries, motor vehicle accidents and falls can cause back pain.

There are other possible causes of low-back pain; for example, spinal stenosis (narrowing or constriction), herniated intervertebral discs, myofascial trigger points, spondylolysis, and structural, functional or psychogenic problems. It is increasingly clear that most back-pain problems are multidimensional, involving anatomy, physiology and biomechanics, as well as important psychosocial factors.

The process of getting rid of back pain is just that - a process. It depends on what the cause of back pain is and how severe the problem is as to how long it will take to get rid of back pain.

If you are in sever, acute back pain it is best to see your doctor or chiropractor for more accurate diagnosis.

Muscle spasms can cause back pain, tightness in the back muscles and surrounding areas and can cause misalignment in the spine and body resulting in back pain.

Preventing back pain involves getting regular massage to support your body in keeping it's range of movement and flexibility.