Most of us don't treat our backs with respect. We slump in our chairs, slouch when we stand, lift with our backs instead of with our legs, and carry too much weight around our waists. But all is not lost.
People often ease their pain with exercise, weight loss, and proper posture.
Acupuncture, massage, and physical therapy may also help. For those in severe chronic pain, doctors can prescribe medications and special devices that can be worn and others that can be implanted in the body. The fist step is to find out more about what's causing your pain and what you can do about it. Don't give up. You can live well with a bad back.