More than 65 million Americans suffer from back pain every year. Back pain can develop anywhere from the neck to the lower spine. It is an all-too-familiar problem that can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp pain that leaves you incapacitated. continue reading
It used to be that if a person had a lot of back pain their doctor would recommend surgery to fix the problem. Following the surgery, the person would usually be on bed rest for a few weeks, and then, if all went well, their back would be better - unless it wasn’t. In the past, experts agree, there was too much back surgery done. Most people weren’t any better after the surgery, and many were worse. It certainly wasn’t a guaranteed way to eliminate back pain.
Now, research has shown that most back pain, even lower back pain, will resolve itself without surgery, given rest and time. In fact, for most back pain, all other options should be tried prior to scheduling surgery on the back. Less than one percent of all people ever actually need surgery for their back pain, though four out of every five people have back pain at some time in their life.
Have you ever wondered if back and leg pain are somehow connected? It’s not an unusual concern since many people who have back pain notice that their legs are typically also aching and stiff, and those with leg problems find that their back is often in pain as well. While you can have pain in one without the other, it’s not unusual for back and leg pain to be intertwined.If you are wondering why this is and what you can do about it, keep reading? continue reading
