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Quiz: Do You Understand Back Pain?

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1

Lumbar back pain is the most common type of back pain.

Explanation:

Back pain symptoms can be mild or severe, and cervical (neck pain), thoracic (middle back pain), lumbar (lower back pain) or tailbone/sacral (coccydynia). Lumbar back pain is the most common type.

2

Back pain isn't caused by medical problems involving the gallbladder or kidneys.

Explanation:

Back pain can come from muscles, bones, joints or nerves. It can also be caused by medical problems involving the gallbladder, aorta, kidneys or pancreas.

3

Scoliosis is a back condition but it doesn't cause back pain.

Explanation:

Back pain causes include injury or activity, arthritis, back strain, sciatica, poor posture, aging and scoliosis.

4

Back pain symptoms include pain that radiates down your leg.

Explanation:

Back pain symptoms include shooting or stabbing pain, pain that radiates down the leg, muscle aches, pain that worsens when you walk, lift something, bend or stand, and pain that improves when you recline.

5

Most patients with back pain will require surgery.

Explanation:

In most cases, back pain will resolve on its own with treatment at home and over-the-counter medications. Some patients benefit from spinal traction, a physiotherapy technique that applies a longitudinal stretch to the reachable joints and soft tissues that is commonly used on the cervical, lumbar spine and thoracic spine. Surgery is not usually recommended.

Providing Chiropractic, Laser/ Photobiomodulation and other treatment options The Robichaud-Levesque Clinic is a multidisciplinary health care facility, where dedicated professionals provide evidenced-based treatment to all age demographics. With the help of chiropractic care, laser/photobiomodulation therapy along with other treatment options, we strive to help patients maximize their quality of life through pain relief and improved physical well being. Conditions we Treat Do you suffer from neck and back pain? Have you experienced a sports injury or car accident? Do you suffer from arthritis? See which conditions we can treat » Treatment Options Our clinic uses innovative technology such as the Ultralign System, BioFlex and Vielight Lasers while also specializing in diversified chiropractic care, as well as other complementary therapies. Find out how these tools can help you get better » About the Clinic We take pride in staying up-to-date with the most advanced chiropractic and laser/photobiomodulation technologies, as well as research. Meet our team »

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