The use of anticonvulsant drugs like gabapentin, topiramate, and pregabalin to treat chronic low back has significantly increased in recent years – as much as 535 percent – even though there’s limited research supporting this practice.

It hurts when you lie down; it hurts when you sit; it hurts when you even think about moving. Is it connected to your RA — and what can you do to cope?

Compared to those who see a physical therapist later or not at all, people with low back pain who have physical therapy first generally have a more favorable outcome.

What are effective ways to prevent lower back pain, especially in the summer? Read on to find out.

Sitting causes unnecessary pressure on your spine. Here are 7 ways to improve the way you sit.

When pain medications and rest aren’t enough to reduce pain from a vetebral fracture, surgery may be necessary.

Speaking to a counselor may motivate patients to more actively participate in recovery from back surgery.

In some patients, facet joint injections can be an effective first-line treatment for fractures in the vertebrae, eliminating the need for surgery.

Worsening leg pain with coughing, sneezing, or straining may be a sign of disc damage and nerve compression.

Researchers have found evidence that levels of key substances in the blood may serve as useful markers for diagnosing low back pain.