Back Pain
back PAIN INFORMATION SHEET
Anatomy of the spine and hip
Common Causes of back Pain
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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.
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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 worst 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 most reduces the leg pain.
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Pain is worst in the lower back and may spread to 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 is worst in legs and can be described as heaviness or aching.
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Pain is intermittent and is made worse by activity (often walking).
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Pain is relieved by a change in position, usually by bending forward.
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