Back Pain
Back pain is common and affects most people at some point in
their life. It usually feels like an ache, tension or stiffness in
your back. The pain can be triggered by sitting badly,
bending or sitting awkwardly, or lifting incorrectly. Back pain is
not generally caused by a serious disease and, in most cases, gets
better within 12 weeks. It can usually be treated successfully by
taking painkillers and keeping mobile.
A lot of guidance on back pain is available and a comprehensive
starting point with information and guidance on the characteristics
and management regimes for a number of types of back pain can be
accessed from the NHS
website .