Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
- ChiroRéseau Rimouski – Polyclinique Iaso
Back pain affects the vast majority of adults in Quebec. According to Statistics Canada and the World Health Organization, nearly eight out of ten adults will experience at least one episode of back pain during their lifetime.
It can be mild or very intense, appear suddenly, or develop gradually.
In most cases, this pain is not linked to a serious illness but rather to a mechanical imbalance in the back: tight muscles, dysfunctional joints, or irritated nerves.
The good news is that it responds very well to treatment, especially when addressed early.
Chiropractic care helps to understand the cause, relieve pain, and prevent its recurrence.
The term "back pain" refers to pain felt in the upper or middle part of the back.
It can be localized on one side or more diffuse.
Some describe it as tension, others as burning, stiffness, or a feeling of blockage.
Pain may also be felt in other areas such as the ribs, flanks, or chest. Conversely, issues originating from the back can...
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