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| Back Pain Acute and chronic back pain Back pain can affect anyone at any age, although people are most likely to get it between the ages of 35 and 55. If the pain lasts for less than three months, it's called acute back pain. Acute refers to how long it's lasted for rather than how severe it is. If the problem goes on for longer, it's known as chronic back pain. How the back works The spine is made up of many small bones called vertebrae. These are separated by discs, which allow the spine to bend. This structure of vertebrae and discs is supported along its length by muscles and ligaments. The spine threads through the centre of each vertebra, carrying nerves from the brain to the rest of the body. Illustration of the spine Simple back pain Back pain in 19 out of 20 people is linked to the way the bones, ligaments and muscles of the back work together. This is called simple back pain. The pain can begin suddenly but can also come on gradually due to strain over time. Usually nothing abnormal shows up in tests such as X-rays and nothing is permanently damaged. Simple back pain is most common in adults aged 35 to 55 who are otherwise healthy. The pain is often in the lower back (lumbar region), and may also spread to the buttocks and thighs. It will come and go at different times, and depending on your level of activity. Triggers for simple back pain include: poor posture standing or bending down for long periods sitting in a chair that doesn't provide enough back support lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling loads that are simply too heavy, or going about these tasks in the wrong way a trip or a fall Your spine is a very strong part of your body and is not easily damaged. If you have back pain, it's important that you stay physically active. This is good for your back because keeping active will help speed up your recovery from simple back pain. Nine out of ten people with back pain recover completely within six weeks. Our health professionals will work with you to assess your back pain, help to relieve pain, increase your movement and help you manage the pain. We will also help educate you on how to avoid surgical alternatives, prescription pain medications, corticosteroid injections and epidurals for your back pain, and most importantly, how to prevent future back pain. Enhance your experience with a spa-quality therapeutic massage! |
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