back pain

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Persistent Back Pain? Here’s What You Need to Know

August 7, 2019

Back pain is very common, but persistent back pain doesn't have to be your reality. Here's what you need to know and do to help relieve your pain.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health, Orthopaedics, Spine Health

Tagged with: back injury, back pain, back pain remedies, chronic back pain, herniated disc, living with back pain
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What Is Texting Neck?

December 26, 2018

Checking your phone too frequently can be a real pain in the neck. We love texting. The average American sends between 250 and 2,000 texts per month—that’s nearly 70 messages a day at the high end of the range. Even when not reading or sending texts, you may still look down at your phone for…Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Harrisburg

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: back pain, neck pain, Pinnacle Health
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When Is a Backpack Too Heavy?

June 9, 2017

Learn more about when backpacks are too heavy and how you can deal with back pain from backpack use.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: back pain, back to school, backpacks, balance, posture, school safety
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Low Back Pain and Lumbar Disc Degeneration

November 7, 2016

Lumbar disc degeneration can cause chronic low back pain, but these basic treatment methods can help you cope.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Categorized as: Rehabilitation

Tagged with: back pain, low back pain, lumbar, lumbar disc degeneration, physical therapy
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Why Spinal Stenosis May be the Cause of Your Back Pain

November 1, 2016

Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal column, which is most often caused by osteoarthritis. Learn more about causes, symptoms, and treatment.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care

Categorized as: Orthopaedics

Tagged with: back pain, orthopaedic health, spinal health, spinal stenosis, spine health
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Causes and Treatment for Sciatica

October 10, 2016

Sciatica is often caused by a herniated disc. Learn more about preventing and treating sciatica, as well as whether you're at risk.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Centers for Rehab Services

Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation

Tagged with: back pain, chronic pain, herniated disc, pain management, physical therapy, sciatica
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Steps to Manage Chronic Pain

October 8, 2016

Many people suffer from chronic pain, but several at-home remedies and exercises can help you successfully manage chronic pain yourself.Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Centers for Rehab Services

Categorized as: Rehabilitation

Tagged with: back pain, chronic pain, home remedies, pain relief, stretching
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When to See a Chiropractor

June 2, 2016

When is it time to call a chiropractor, and what can you expect during your appointment? Learn more with our guide to chiropractic care.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Center for Integrative Medicine

Categorized as: Living and Wellness

Tagged with: adjustment, back pain, chiropractic, chiropractor, headaches, neck pain, sciatica, spinal manipulation
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3 Most Common Causes of Flank Pain

January 21, 2016

Flank pain can have a myriad of causes, but there are three main culprits: UTIs, kidney stones, and musculoskeletal problems. Learn about their treatments.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Urology

Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Urology

Tagged with: back pain, bladder infection, flank pain, kidney disease, kidney pain, kidney stones, urinary tract, urologist, UTI