The Global Burden of Disease defines low back pain (LBP) as “pain in the area extending from the lowest rib to the top of the gluteal folds, with or without a referral into the legs, lasting for at least one day”. Lower back pain is a common global problem, according...
What is lower back pain? Pain affecting the lower portion of the spine caused by injury to muscles or ligaments from acute injury or chronic overuse. Overview Almost everyone experiences lower back pain at some point in their lives. It is mostly harmless. Tending to start suddenly and last a...
What is Sciatica? Sciatica Pain runs down one or both legs from the lower back and radiates along the sciatic nerve. Typically, it feels like a burning or shooting pain starting in the lower back or buttocks and radiates down the leg/s. Overview Sciatica pain generally radiates from...