Nerve Pain

How Doctors Determine the Reason for Back Pain

How Doctors Determine the Reason for Back Pain

Back pain assessment includes pain rating and mobility tests. Diagnostic tests such as X-rays, CT scans, and blood tests may be used to identify the cause. Risk factors include weight, age, lack of exercise, smoking, and certain diseases. Seek medical attention for persistent pain, weakness, or other severe symptoms. Prevention involves exercise, proper posture, and weight management. Quitting smoking can also help relieve back pain.

Back Pain and Spinal Conditions

Back Pain and Spinal Conditions

If an individual without a spinal condition experiences back pain, it may be present without a cause that is visible on imaging studies.

Back Strains and Sprains: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Back Strains and Sprains: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Back strains and sprains are common musculoskeletal injuries. Read on to learn the difference between the two, how a doctor diagnoses these injuries and which treatments that can help relieve pain.

Easy To Create Moist Hot Pack

Easy To Create Moist Hot Pack

Sometimes, a traditional heating pad is unable to provide optimal heat therapy. For this reason, consider creating yourself a DIY hot pack.

The Spinal Column, Nervous System, and Back Pain: What You Should Know

The Spinal Column, Nervous System, and Back Pain: What You Should Know

Learning more about the inner workings of the spinal column and nervous system can help someone who has back pain understand the symptoms he or she is experiencing.