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Low Back Pain


Based on your answers, some of the most likely causes of your back pain include


  • degenerative joint disease (also called osteoarthritis)


  • muscle spasm or strain


  • fracture (related to osteoporosis or spondylolisthesis).


Other, rarer causes are also possible.


While over-the-counter pain medicines, a heating pad, and rest may be helpful, it is important that you see a physician to evaluate these symptoms, especially if your back pain is not clearly improving over a number of weeks.

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