Back Pain
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Back Pain
Million of people suffer from chronic back pain. Back pain can be caused by genetic factors or injuries from improper lifting, or car accidents. One of the most common back injuries is when the disks in the spine bulge or rupture.
Chronic back pain can be very debilitating. Thankfully there are many ways to reduce low back pain as well as permanently treat the causes. The list of resources below addresses the many ways to deal with back pain, from exercise, medications, to surgery.
Spine-health.com
Information about back pain and neck pain, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis and full range of treatment options.
MedlinePlus-Back Pain
In depth overview of back pain and its diagnosis, treatments, new developments, clinical trials, prevention, coping, rehabilitation, and research.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Exercises to minimize problems with back pain. You can minimize problems with back pain with exercises that make the muscles in your back, stomach, hips and thighs strong and flexible.
WebMD Back Pain Information
Back pain affects 80% of Americans at some time in their lives. Here you'll find in-depth articles about the causes of back pain and back pain relief - from exercises to medical treatments.
The Mayo Clinic
Back pain is one of the most common disorders in the United States. But it's often possible to prevent back pain with simple steps.