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Low Back Pain: Causes, Relief, Prevention for Patients
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Back pain affects 80% of people at some point in their lives, but the good news is that approximately 90% of cases improve within 6-12 weeks with proper care and movement. Understanding the causes, treatments, and prevention strategies for back pain can help you navigate this common but often debilitating condition.
• Most back pain is "non-specific" with muscle strain being the most common cause
• Common types include lumbosacral strain, SI joint dysfunction, and disc herniations
• Imaging (X-rays, MRIs) usually unnecessary in first 4-6 weeks unless "red flags" present
• Many people with no pain have abnormal findings on imaging
• Brief rest is okay but prolonged inactivity makes recovery worse
• Heat, over-the-counter pain medications, and lidocaine patches can provide temporary relief
• Physical therapy with core strengthening exercises significantly improves outcomes
• Your core includes abs, obliques, back muscles, pelvic floor, and diaphragm
• Good posture means stacking head, shoulders, spine, and pelvis vertically
• Common posture mistakes: tech neck, slouching, crossed legs, improper work setups
• Movement is medicine - think of your body as cement waiting to harden
• Seek medical attention for numbness, weakness, loss of bowel/bladder control, or persistent pain
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Production and Content: Edward Delesky, MD & Nicole Aruffo, RN
Artwork: Olivia Pawlowski
Chapters
1. Low Back Pain: Causes, Relief, Prevention for Patients (00:00:00)
2. Welcome to Your Checkup (00:00:10)
3. Weekend Stories & Everyday Life (00:09:00)
4. Low Back Pain Overview (00:10:08)
5. Common Causes of Back Pain (00:12:49)
6. When Imaging Is Necessary (00:16:42)
7. [Ad] & so much more (00:20:50)
8. (Cont.) When Imaging Is Necessary (00:21:39)
9. At-Home Treatment Strategies (00:22:18)
10. Core Strength & Posture (00:29:01)
11. When To Seek Medical Help (00:37:54)
12. Episode Wrap-up (00:41:27)
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