Pain arising from spinal abnormalities are typically caused by a pinched nerve or a degenerating disc. Getting the correct diagnosis is key to finding a solution.

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Women typically encounter back pain more often than men, regardless of age. Here are 7 common causes of back pain in women and the typical symptoms that they may cause.

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There are several conditions that mimic the shooting, searing pain of sciatica. Learn what conditions could be masquerading as sciatica and how your doctor might make a differential diagnosis.

References

• 1. Kumar, M. Epidemiology, pathophysiology and symptomatic treatment of sciatica: A review. Int. J. Pharm. Bio. Arch. 2011, 2(4):1050-61.

A pinched nerve in the neck or back can cause shock-like pain, tingling, numbness, and/or weakness into the arm or leg. Here are some treatment ideas and how long it may take to find relief.

References

• 1.Wong JJ, Côté P, Quesnele JJ, Stern PJ, Mior SA. The course and prognostic factors of symptomatic cervical disc herniation with radiculopathy: a systematic review of the literature. Spine J. 2014; 14(8):1781-9.

Not all relief from isthmic spondylolisthesis symptoms requires a prescription.

Exercise can bring meaningful relief from your isthmic spondylolisthesis symptoms.