Back pain is one of the most common disorders for which people seek medical help and attention. There are a variety of providers and many different treatments for back pain. For the lay person or patient, it may be difficult to sort through all the information available on the Internet and through other media to determine what is useful or medically accurate for a specific condition. The information here is aimed at providing clear, concise facts that will allow patients to understand their condition and ask better questions of their health care providers.
This information is not a substitute for medical care, nor does it provide information that is intended to help you diagnose your own condition. Please consult your health care provider or seek care from a spine specialist. A list of spine specialists is available at our Spine Care Provider Search.
The clinical information provided on this web site is developed and reviewed by the physician members and spine specialists of the North American Spine Society (NASS), a nonprofit, multidisciplinary organization dedicated to spine education, research and advocacy. For medical advice about your particular situation, please consult your health care provider.