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disc: The discs that cushion and separate vertebral bones can rupture, either due to damage or aging, causing the soft core to leak out and pinch a nerve, resulting in discomfort.
injury: Accidents, falls, overexertion, and athletic strains are common culprits for back injuries.
stenosis: With this painful condition, the spinal canal shrinks, compressing the spinal column and creating painful pressure on the spinal cord.
: This is a common problem for older people in which the spine develops bone spurs and loses stability with accompanying stiffness, swelling, and loss of flexibility.
Soft tissue strain: Repetitive movements at work or play, or sudden exertion leading to a pulled back, can strain or damage spinal ligaments or the muscles that support the back.
: A congenital malformation of the spine in which the spine curves sideways. In later life, this condition manifests as back pain.
: A disease that develops over time as a result of changes in the structure and strength of bones. This degeneration and weakening of bones can eventually lead to spinal compression fractures.
-laminectomy syndrome: Failed back surgery can result in continued or heightened back pain, weakness, numbness and/or tingling, and even impaired blood flow to the spinal cord.
: This condition involves the slipping of vertebrae, creating pressure on the nearby nerves. This condition can affect any part of the spine but is most commonly found in the lower back.
pain syndrome: Often a chronic condition, characterized by muscle tightness that responds well to physical therapy.
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction: Damage to the joint connecting the pelvis and spine is a leading cause of lower back pain.