Oh, My Aching Back!
Most people suffer from back pain at some point in their lives. Here are 4 things to know about the condition.
Background Info
Most back pain cases end within six weeks. If you're suffering from back pain, try to stay active and avoid bed rest. Stress can make your pain worse, so you might want to try relaxation, deep breathing or meditation.
Sources
| Source | URL |
|---|---|
| Excellus BlueCross BlueShield - The facts about spine care in upstate New York | http://tinyurl.com/huf6c23 |
| Choosing Wisely: Imaging tests | http://www.choosingwisely.org/patient-resources/imaging-tests-for-back-pain/ |
| Choosing Wisely: Medicines to relieve chronic pain | http://www.choosingwisely.org/patient-resources/medicines-to-relieve-chronic-pain/ |
| Choosing Wisely: North American Spine Society | http://www.choosingwisely.org/clinician-lists/north-american-spine-society-bed-rest-for-more-than-48-hours/ |