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Upper Back Pain Means Something Serious?
- Back Pain and Sciatica - Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain
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A number of complementary and alternative treatments are used to relieve back pain. Complementary means it is used together with conventional medicine. Alternative means it is done in place of conventional medicine.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture is now a common alternative treatment for certain kinds of pain. It involves inserting small needles or exerting pressure on certain "energy" points in the body. When the pins have been placed successfully, the patient is supposed to experience...
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Back Pain and Sciatica: Introduction
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people visit their doctor. According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Risk Factors
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
In most known cases, pain begins with an injury, after lifting a heavy object, or after making a sudden movement. Not all people have back pain after... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
and CausesThe origin of the pain is often unknown, and imaging studies may fail to determine its cause. Disk disease, spinal arthritis, and muscle... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Prognosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Self-CareHome Care Tips for Relieving PainResume normal activity as soon as possible. Bed rest is no longer recommended and may delay recovery.... Read more »
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