Back Pain
Many people are affected by low back pain. Based on a recent study, low back pain causes a third of work-related disability, and many working people develop persistent back pain.
Many people are affected by low back pain. Based on a recent study, low back pain causes a third of work-related disability, and many working people develop persistent back pain.
The lower (lumbar) back region has more back pain. The vertebrae are separated by cushioning gel-filled discs, which support much of the body’s weight. The spaces between each irregular shaped bone serves as shock absorbers through the spinal column. Bands of tissues (ligaments) hold each bone in place. The tendons attach the muscles to the spinal column.
Most back pain is mechanical in nature. However, wear-and-tear, as well as aging can affect the spine. Common causes of back pain include:
Certain risk factors can increase a person’s chances for back pain. These include:
At Illinois Pain & Spine Institute, our goal is to fix the source of back pain, which may be treated using interventional pain procedures . Some common back pain treatment options are: