Have you recently experienced a lower back injury? Whether it's a result of a sudden trauma like a car accident or fall, or it's a result of over straining the area like trying to lift something heavy, a lower back injury can be quite painful and debilitating. But there are things you can to do help your body heal. First an … Read More

Back pain is a common problem for many adults, but very few people take time to think about what caused the back pain in the first place. Specifically, lower back injuries occur frequently among adults aged 30 to 50 years old. Although most people think that back injuries occur most often in young men and women who are physi … Read More

If you already suffer from back pain, you know that sitting down for long periods of time can exacerbate that pain to the point where it's unbearable. If you work in a job where you sit for a good part of the day, then you also know that the sitting itself can cause back pain. This happens because the typical office chair do … Read More

It is estimated that one-third of the human population suffers from back pain at some point in their lives. If back pain is something you suffer from, take comfort in knowing you are not alone. However, there are many things that you can do to take control of this pain and help yourself overcome the annoyance of living with … Read More

Obesity puts a strain on about any physiological system you can think of. The heart, the lungs, the digestive system and the circulatory system all suffer when you're carrying around excess weight; those problems have been well known for a long time. It also gives your bones and joints a beating, too; knees, ankles and hips … Read More

Lower back bulging discs are a common problem in middle aged groups. This is largely due to the bone degeneration and stiffness that accompanies aging, particularly in people who do not follow a fitness program. Scientific research has demonstrated that people who exercise on a regular basis experience less back problems tha … Read More

Chances are good that if you suffer from pain, it’s probably back pain. With more and more people spending long periods of time sitting down, in front of a desk or hunched over a computer screen, it’s no wonder that lower back pain is one of the most common types of back pain among Americans. Often lower back pain isn’t jus … Read More

There are several types of lower back and leg pain causes that are common in adults. One of the most common causes in young adults under the age of 60 is sciatica pain, which can include numbness and leg pain. If the pain and numbness travels from your lower back to your foot the cause is frequently a herniated disk in the l … Read More