Sunday, August 16, 2009
The most common causes of lower back pain
The most common causes of lower back pain disorders are the following:
1. Strained muscles due to overuse or overstretching. In some cases, vibrating
motions due to the nature of the occupation can also cause back pains,
2. Osteoarthritis or degeneration of the joints of the spine brought about by
ageing.
3. Spondylolysis a defect in the vertebra, wherein one vertebra tends to slide
which takes place as a result of strenuous activities.
4. Spinal stenosis which also comes with the process of aging, when a spinal
canal constricts and narrows.
5. Trauma suffered by the spine from an accident
6. Deformities of the spine like curvatures or scoliosis
7. Compression fractures which are common among menopausal women suffering from