5 Online Resources about Diagnosing and Treating Back Pain

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Lower back pain affects countless Americans. It can be caused by disease, overuse, aging, and traumatic injury. For information about the treatments for chronic pain, contact Union Anesthesia and Pain Management by calling (908) 851-7161 or by visiting our website.

The spine is a complex structure of bony vertebrae, interlocking joints, and rubbery spinal discs. Learn about the anatomy of the spine at the National Pain Foundation website.
Minimally invasive treatments to repair nerve sciatica can provide lasting pain relief in the low back and leg. Spine Universe has this background information on the symptoms and causes of sciatica.
When the cushion-like spinal discs rupture from between the vertebrae, it’s known as a herniated disc. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons details how a herniated disc is diagnosed.
Massage may be effective at providing significant, long-lasting relief for chronic pain sufferers, according to this study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine.
Degenerative changes in the joints of the spine reflect the onset of osteoarthritis. The Mayo Clinic answers these questions about the treatment of age-related arthritis.