Back Pain
back PAIN INFORMATION SHEET
Anatomy of the spine and hip
Common Causes of back Pain
Identifying the cause of your back pain is crucial for effective treatment. Common causes include:
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Muscle or ligament strain: Overexertion or sudden movements can strain the back's muscles or ligaments, causing pain.
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Herniated or bulging discs: Discs in the spine may deteriorate or shift, compressing nearby nerves and leading to pain.
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Arthritis: Osteoarthritis can affect the spine, narrowing the space around the spinal cord, also known as spinal stenosis.
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Skeletal irregularities: Conditions like scoliosis, which causes an abnormal spinal curvature, often result in chronic pain.
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Osteoporosis: Weakening of the bones can cause fractures, contributing to back pain.
At Premier Pain Clinic, we perform thorough assessments to diagnose the cause of your pain, tailoring treatments to your specific needs.
Back Pain Patterns
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Pain is worse in the back, buttocks, upper thigh, or groin but may radiate to the legs.
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Pain may be constant or intermittent.
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Pain is worse when sitting or bending forward.
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Pain may be eased by bending backwards. Walking and standing
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Pain is mainly in the legs, but back pain may be present.
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Pain is constant.
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Pain is often worse when sitting or bending, but in the acute stage can be made worse by any movement.
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Pain may be lessened in some rest positions.
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The best position is the one that reduces the leg pain the most.
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Pain is worse in the lower back and may spread to the buttocks or legs.
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Pain is always intermittent.
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Pain is worse when bending backward and when standing or walking for extended periods. Pain may be eased by bending forward or sitting.
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Pain in the legs is worse and can be described as heaviness or aching.
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Pain is intermittent and worsened by activity (often walking).
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Pain is relieved by changing position, usually by bending forward.
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