Back Pain Review

Lack of regular exercise, excess body weight, and smoking can significantly increase risk.

Risk typically increases after age 30 or 40 as spinal disks lose moisture and joints undergo wear (osteoarthritis). back pain

Most back pain is "nonspecific," meaning it is not linked to a serious underlying disease but rather to mechanical issues in the muscles, ligaments, or joints. Lack of regular exercise, excess body weight, and

Anxiety and depression can cause muscle tension that worsens or prolongs pain. Lack of regular exercise

The most frequent cause, often resulting from improper lifting, sudden movements, or sports injuries.