Lower back pain isn’t always a slipped disc. A spine doctor explains hidden causes like sacroiliac joint arthritis, symptoms, ...

Lower spine pain can develop due to sprains and strains of muscles or changes to the discs in the lower back. Conditions that affect the facet joints of the vertebrae may also cause lower spine pain.

Constant lower back pain may occur for a range of reasons, including strains and injury, muscle tension, a herniated disk, or chronic conditions, such as arthritis. Lower back pain may occur due to ...

The curl-up is part of spine expert Stuart McGill’s 'Big Three', shown in research to increase core endurance without ...

Spinal stenosis is usually a chronic condition, but treatments can help manage symptoms and prevent disability. Learn more.

Are you struggling with tight hips and nagging lower back pain? This 15-minute gentle yoga routine is specifically designed for men and women over 40 to fix the root cause of stiffness and help you ...

A strong core isn’t about aesthetics—it’s the foundation for a healthy spine, confident movement, and lifelong mobility.

When nerve compression becomes severe, people may experience sudden, sharp, shooting pain accompanied by muscle weakness, ...

The type of back surgery you may need depends on what’s causing your back pain. Procedures that treat compression of the spinal cord, such as laminectomy and spinal fusion, are among the most common ...

Bones called vertebrae make up your spine. Muscles and ligaments connect your vertebrae to each other. Between the vertebrae lie soft, flat discs that provide cushioning and support. Each vertebra ...

Figuring out how to sleep with lower back pain can feel impossible. The tossing and turning, the struggle to find a comfortable position and the frustration of waking up feeling even worse than before ...