Here are five common back problems we see at MyHealth Care Centre in Port Credit, with a short note on what each one can feel like. This page is for general education only and cannot diagnose your pain. If you are not sure what is going on, an assessment is the best next step.
5 common back conditions
- Low back pain from sitting and posture. An ache across the low back after long days at a desk or in the car.
- Back muscle strain. Pain that started after lifting, twisting or a weekend project and makes bending feel guarded.
- Upper back and posture-related pain. Tightness between the shoulder blades, often linked to desk work.
- Sciatica. Pain, tingling or numbness that runs from the low back or buttock down the leg.
- Disc-related back pain. Back pain that can travel into the leg and often feels worse with sitting or bending forward.
More on this area: Back pain guide.
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When to get urgent care
Get urgent medical care for a suspected broken bone, a joint that looks out of place, numbness or weakness that is getting worse, loss of bladder or bowel control, or pain after a serious fall or accident.
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