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Types of Back Pain Types of Back Pain
From chronic to acute, there are numerous types of back pain. Learn about the different types and how they're diagnosed.
 
Got Lower Back Pain? Got Lower Back Pain?
If you suffer from low back pain, here's what you should know including helpful tips for preventing future problems.
 
Is It Serious? Is It Serious?
The seriousness of back pain depends on the cause. While most causes are not life threatening, back pain can impact your lifestyle.
 

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Back Pain Basics Back Pain Basics
At some point in their lives, most people experience some kind of pain in their back or neck. Find out why.
How the Back Works, Is it serious?, Common Symptoms

Back Problems Back Problems
Back problems can have many causes and can be classified as either acute (sudden, severe) or chronic (continuous, persistent).
Low Back Pain, Whiplash, Spinal Conditions

Treatment Options Treatment Options
Did you know that most people with back pain will recover without treatment? But, for those who need it, there are many options.
Back Surgery, Neck Surgery, Treating Strains
 Feature Article
Back Pain - Types and Diagnosis

Provided by Medtronic Sofamor Danek

When you feel pain, it is really a reaction to signals transmitted throughout your body. These signals are sent from the pain source -- such as a sore back, through the nerves in the spinal cord, and up to the brain, where they are perceived as pain.

The origin of some pain is neuropathic, while other pain is nociceptive. This is important to know because different treatments work better for each type of pain.

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