Back Pain: Resources
Related Web Site: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
This orthopaedic surgeons’ organization includes information on orthopaedic conditions in the “Patient/Public Information” section of its web site. This link will take you to their web site.
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Understanding Back Pain -- Symptoms
Most people have experienced back pain sometime in their life. The causes of back pain are numerous; some are self-inflicted due to a lifetime of bad habits. Other back pain causes include accidents, muscle strains, and sports injuries. Although the causes may be different, most often they share the same symptoms. Symptoms of back pain can include: Persistent aching or stiffness anywhere along your spine, from the base of the neck to the tail bone Sharp, localized pain in the neck, upper...
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Related Web Site: American Chiropractic Association
The American Chiropractic Association’s vision is to seek a transformation in health care, from a focus on disease to a focus on wellness. This link will take you to their web site.
American Chiropractic Association
Related Web Site: American Pain Foundation
The American Pain Foundation raises public awareness, promotes research, and advocates removing barriers and increasing access to effective pain management. This link will take you to their web site.
Related Web Site: National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
This organization supports research into the causes, treatment, and prevention of arthritis and musculoskeletal diseases..This link will take you to their web site.
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
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