Most Americans suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives. Therefore low back pain is one of the most common reasons for a trip to the doctor. Low back pain (LBP) can range from severe to mild. It may debilitate enough to require surgery however this happens only in a small percentage of back pain sufferers. This article will focus on acute low back pain (less than 6 weeks), review both serious and common causes, and outline treatment options.
Low Back Pain.
Most Americans suffer from low back pain at some point in their lives. Therefore low back pain is one of the most common reasons for a trip to the doctor. Low back pain (LBP) can range from severe to mild. It may debilitate enough to require surgery however this happens only in a small percentage of back pain sufferers. This article will focus on acute low back pain (less than 6 weeks), review both serious and common causes, and outline treatment options.
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