Month: October 2025

Lower Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms, Treatments, Exercises & Prevention Tips

Authors

Author:
Richard A. Deyo MD, MPH - Back Pain Research and Treatment
Reviewer:
Sean Mackey MD, PhD - Chronic Pain Management
Editor:
William S. Marras PhD, CPE - Spine Biomechanics and Ergonomics
Lower back pain illustration showing causes, symptoms, and treatment options including poor posture, spinal issues, diagnosis tests, and exercises.

Do you suffer from lower back pain or lumbago? You’re not alone. Lower back pain is a common issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age, lifestyle, or past injuries.[1] It often develops without warning and is not always linked to a specific cause or risk factor.[2] In many cases, the pain is not serious … Read more