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Four out of five adults suffer back pain sometime in their lives, experts say. And most of that back pain is in the lower back. That's because the low back bears most of the weight and is the most common site of poor posture.
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More than half of American adults seek medical treatment for back pain at some point in their lives.
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Instead of looking for a quick fix, try to develop a longer view. Healing takes time and is a gradual process. By doing daily stretching and stress-management exercises, the time it takes to heal your back will be shortened.
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Back pain is something you don't want to repeat. Recovering properly from a back injury and taking preventive measures can help you reduce your risk of going through it again.
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Follow these guidelines for strengthening your back even if you've had back trouble.
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Four out of five people will experience back pain at some point in their lives.If you've never hurt your back, you're one of the lucky few. Four out of five people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. Why? Sometimes the spine just isn't getting the support it needs from your back, stomach, and leg muscles.
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Chronic pain, whether it comes and goes or is constant, makes it impossible to do your normal activities without discomfort.
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Ice reduces muscle pain and swelling. It helps most during the first 24 to 48 hours after an injury.
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If you have loss of bowel or bladder control, seek emergency help at once. Paralysis of the bowel and bladder could result if not attended to promptly.
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More than half of American adults seek medical treatment for back pain at some point in their lives.
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The reasons for back surgery typically vary with a patient's age.Millions of people experience back problems that cause pain or disability. Of these, a small number will seek relief through surgery.
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Sciatica is often painful but rarely causes serious or permanent damage.Pain or discomfort that travels along the sciatic nerve is called sciatica. The sciatic nerve runs from your lower back or hip, down through each buttock and into the back part of each leg. It usually affects only one side. Sciatica is often painful but rarely causes serious or permanent damage. Most sciatica is caused by inflammation. Usually, it can be diagnosed and treated successfully.
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