Lower Back Pain

There are many causes of back pain. Fortunately, most episodes of back pain will heal with time.

To obtain an accurate diagnosis for lower back pain, patients will often have to meet with a spine specialist for a physical exam and diagnostic imaging.

Getting an accurate diagnosis of the cause of low back pain is often more challenging than people expect and will often involve a combination of techniques.

Methods to diagnose coccydynia (tailbone pain) and rule out other conditions that can cause similar lower back pain include a detailed physical exam, X-rays and an MRI.

Heat therapy, over-the-counter medication, and physical therapy are a few early treatment options available to alleviate lower back pain.

A simple exercise program that stretches and strengthens the lower back muscles can help to prevent muscle strains and minimize pain if a muscle strain occurs.

The lifestyle and health of adults over 50 years old must be taken into account when treating low back pain. Learn important tips for older adults.

Juvenile disc disorder, or juvenile discogenic disorder, represents a condition where the endplates of the disc spaces are not strong enough to withstand the pressures generated within the disc spaces.

Find out which spinal conditions commonly cause lower back pain in older adults and how to identify the symptoms of each cause.

Information on low back pain either as referred pain or with referred pain. Includes treatment options and explanations.