Back pain can be caused by many conditions, from common mechanical issues to rare but serious disease processes. The right care plan begins with identifying the most likely source of pain.
Degenerative Disc Disease
A gradual deterioration of spinal discs that may reduce their ability to handle mechanical stress.
Herniated Disc
Disc material can press on nearby nerves, causing pain, numbness, tingling, or loss of strength.
Facet Syndrome
Irritation of the spinal joints that can lead to pain, stiffness, and inflammation.
Foraminal Stenosis
Narrowing where spinal nerves exit the spine, sometimes causing numbness, weakness, burning, or tingling.
Spinal Stenosis
A reduced spinal canal that can compress nerve structures and produce pain or weakness.
Sprain or Strain
Common causes of back pain related to ligaments, muscles, tendons, trauma, overuse, or poor mechanics.
Sciatica
Pain that travels down the back of one or both legs due to sciatic nerve irritation.
Posture and Weight Stress
Poor conditioning, posture, and excess body weight may increase low back strain.