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back-pain

Back pain

One of the most prevalent medical conditions affecting adults is back pain. Eight out of ten people will at some point in their lives experience severe back pain. Any one of the structures in the spine, such as the bones, muscles, ligaments, nerves, or discs, can be the source of back pain. From dull and aching to sharp and stabbing, the symptoms can vary. Acute back pain typically goes away on its own with conservative care, but chronic or recurrent back pain might need more extensive therapies. Treatment options are based on an understanding of the anatomy of the back and the underlying cause of pain. The Back’s Anatomy: The 33 vertebrae that make up the spine, which is surrounded by protective muscles and ligaments and spaced apart by discs, serve as the main structural component of the back. Spinal Column The five vertebral regions are as follows: Cervical (7 bones) Thoracic (12 bones)Lumbar (5 bones)Sacral (5

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