In this short video from HealthiNation, Dr. Paul Knoepflmacher talks about the different types of back pain and the conditions that can cause them. Knoepflmacher's discussion includes such problems as slipped disks, arthritis, compression fractures, sciatica, and pregnancy-related back pain. He also gives information on how people who suffer from back pain can know when to seek medical treatment for their condition.
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