Low Back Pain: What It Is, Why It Happens, and What You Can Do About It..

Low back pain can feel confusing, frustrating, and at times worrying - especially when you’re not sure what’s actually causing it.

This guide will help you identify what type of back pain you may be dealing with, understand why it happens, and give you practical, evidence-based steps you can use immediately.

What Type of Low Back Pain Do You Have?

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Cartilage discs above and below each verterbrae providing shock absorption like stability. When irritated, they can become sensitive and often increase nerve sensitivity

Small joints in your spine (Facet joints) or surrounding ligaments become irritated