Back Pain Relief

Introduction

Anyone who has ever suffered the misery of back pain knows how urgent it is to get relief. Once you are free from the pain, most people will learn as much as they can about their sore back to try to prevent back problems from arising again.

Back pain can vary from person to person, type to type, and region to region, such as the upper, middle and lower back. It can be a dull, constant ache or sudden sharp pain like a dagger that makes it almost too painful to move. It can start quickly if you fall, get a sports injury, or lift something too heavy. Or it might worsen over time, getting progressively worse.

One thing is for sure, the pain in a memorable one, and the majority of people will experience it at some point in their lives. Let’s get started with what back pain is and how common it can be.

Table of Contents

Introduction 2

What is back pain and how common is it? 2

What are the main causes of back pain? 3

Different types of back pain 4

When should you consult a doctor, and which doctors treat back pain? 6

Natural treatments to help reduce back pain 8

Medications for back pain relief 9

Surgical treatments for back pain 11

How to lift heavy objects correctly 13

Resources 14