http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lower-back-pain-blog.html The Lower Back Pain Blog keeps you up-to-date with the lower-back-pain-toolkit.com web site. Subscribe to the latest back pain news and website updates. en-us lower back pain Fri, 11 May 2012 15:08:33 GMT Fri, 11 May 2012 15:08:33 GMT lower-back-pain-toolkit.com http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/computer-ergonomics.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/computer-ergonomics.html Avoid postural back pian by getting your keyboarding position right. Read this description of correct keyboarding posture and see an illustration of good computer ergonomics. Fri, 11 May 2012 13:52:36 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/heat-therapy.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/heat-therapy.html Heat therapy is one of the most ancient and common pain relieving treatments for back pain.Find out how it works and if it can really help back pain. Fri, 11 May 2012 13:01:49 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/chronic-back-pain-causes.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/chronic-back-pain-causes.html Chronic low back pain is caused by a cascade of changes in your body. One of the keys to understanding this is the biopsychosocial model which outlines the three most important factors in this complex problem. Fri, 04 May 2012 17:03:49 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/chronic-low-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/chronic-low-back-pain.html Chronic low back pain is more than just injured tissues that won't stop hurting. Find out what causes this complex syndrome and understand what makes persistent pain different from acute pain. Mon, 30 Apr 2012 17:05:58 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/pregnancy-and-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/pregnancy-and-back-pain.html Pregnancy and back pain go hand in hand, up to 50 percent of pregnant women will develop back or sacroiliac joint pain. Read some tips on how to avoid getting sacroiliac joint problems Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:26:56 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/correct-sitting-posture.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/correct-sitting-posture.html One of the causes of simple lower back pain is poor sitting postures. See some suggestions for correct sitting posture. Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:11:03 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-massage.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-massage.html Will back massage help your back pain? Read the latest evidence on whether it works or not. Mon, 15 Aug 2011 15:26:58 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lower-back-pain-symptoms.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lower-back-pain-symptoms.html Lower back pain symptoms are varied and can range from mild discomfort to severe pain. The severity of the symptoms does not always tell us what the exact causes of back pain are. This section discusses some common symptoms, causes and treatment for back pain. Fri, 20 May 2011 12:45:41 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/severe-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/severe-back-pain.html Severe back pain can be very frightening and difficult to cope with. Whilst there are some serious back problems that cause extreme pain sometimes it is just a simple lower back strain that is the culprit. Discover the main causes and get some tips for low back pain relief. Fri, 20 May 2011 12:45:03 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/sudden-lower-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/sudden-lower-back-pain.html Sudden lower back pain is a very common symptom. It can cause worry as the pain can be severe and can make you feel as if something serious must be wrong with your lower back. Often this is not the case and sudden pain is not always a sign of damage or harm. Fri, 20 May 2011 12:44:31 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/inflatable-lumbar-support.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/inflatable-lumbar-support.html Inflatable lumbar support cushions are an excellent way to ease back pain when sitting for long periods when you are out and about. They range from small inflatable rolls to larger car seat lumbar supports. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 13:41:19 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lumbar-support-cushion.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lumbar-support-cushion.html A lumbar support cushion may help you manage any lower back pain you get with sitting. There is lots of choice of posture back support, find out which is most suitable for you. Fri, 04 Mar 2011 14:06:00 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lumbar-spinal-stenosis.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lumbar-spinal-stenosis.html Pain, numbness and weakness in the legs and feet can be caused by lumbar spinal stenosis. This is a type of nervous tissue compression caused either by a narrowing or stenosis of the spinal canal or of the gap between the vertebrae where the nerve exits – called the foramen. Symptoms and treatment for lumbar spinal stenosis vary depending on the type of nerve compression and how severe it is. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 13:49:28 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/chronic-lower-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/chronic-lower-back-pain.html There is a big difference in the management of acute and chronic lower back pain. This page explains what those differences are. Mon, 07 Feb 2011 16:04:37 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/sciatica-causes.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/sciatica-causes.html Sciatica causes back and leg pain but it is actually relatively uncommon. Only 5% of you will have true sciatica. Sciatic back pain is caused by an irritation of the sciatic nerve. This irritation is usually caused by a disc bulge. Fri, 14 Jan 2011 15:41:37 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/cervical-myelopathy.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/cervical-myelopathy.html Numbness and weakness in the legs and feet can be caused by problems at the neck. Cervical myelopathy is a type of spinal cord compression caused by a narrowing or stenosis of the cervical spinal canal. Fri, 14 Jan 2011 14:35:23 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/causes-of-numbness.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/causes-of-numbness.html Discover the major causes of numbness and other neurological symptoms like tingling legs and weakness. These include neuropathic pain, sciatic nerve pain and other less common causes of nerve inflammation. Mon, 06 Dec 2010 13:35:56 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/meralgia-paresthetica.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/meralgia-paresthetica.html The Lateral Femoral Cutaneous Nerve can cause a tricky condition called Meralgia Paresthetica. This little known problem causes leg pain and numbness in the thigh, usually in a defined oval patch. Because it's uncommon it is often overlooked or confused with sciatic pain or other nerve root impingements. Mon, 06 Dec 2010 13:32:23 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/causes-of-peripheral-neuropathy.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/causes-of-peripheral-neuropathy.html What is neuropathy? It is one of the prime causes of numbness in the toes and feet. Discover the signs symptoms and causes of peripheral neuropathy. Mon, 06 Dec 2010 13:16:52 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/symptoms-of-sciatica.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/symptoms-of-sciatica.html Numbness and tingling in the feet and legs are some of the most common symptoms of sciatica. Discover the key symptoms of nerve root impingement which is also called a pinched nerve in laymans terms. Fri, 03 Dec 2010 16:56:59 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/posture.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/posture.html Poor and stooped posture can lead to lower back pain. Learn what to avoid and what to consider when correcting poor posture Fri, 05 Nov 2010 17:11:59 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/degenerative-disc-disease.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/degenerative-disc-disease.html Lumbar degenerative disc disease is common. This illustrated page explains what degenerative disk disease is and what tests and treatmens are best. Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:06:28 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/piriformis-muscle.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/piriformis-muscle.html Tightness in the piriformis muscle can cause piriformis syndrome. Read about the muscle and why it can cause problems Mon, 01 Nov 2010 16:16:42 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/Bulging-discs.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/Bulging-discs.html Bulging Discs can lead to sciatic nerve pain. Here is an overview of the problem with a diagram showing common sciatic nerve pain distribution Mon, 01 Nov 2010 15:34:07 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/sciatica-home-treatment.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/sciatica-home-treatment.html Sciatica home treatment advice - if you have recently been diagnosed with sciatica or a pinched sciatic nerve from a disc bulge there are some things you can do at home to help yourself Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:33:21 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-knobber.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-knobber.html The back knobber is very simple, it allows you to apply pressure to trigger points and areas of muscle tension in your back that would normally be very difficult to reach. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 16:00:16 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-pain-relief.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-pain-relief.html Information about treatments, techniques and products for low back pain relief. Find out about the different types of treatment for back pain and see what the research says about which ones really help. Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:53:56 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/pregnancy-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/pregnancy-back-pain.html As many as 50 percent of pregnant women get back pain. Pregnancy back pain problems can be avoided and this illustrated section explains why women get back pain and how to manage it. Mon, 02 Aug 2010 14:39:41 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/Cause-of-lower-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/Cause-of-lower-back-pain.html There are many types of problems that can be the cause of lower back pain symptoms. Luckily, the most common causes are not serious. Guidelines recommend that lower back pain is grouped into one of three main categories. This page outlines them and links to pages with more detail Mon, 02 Aug 2010 11:55:28 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/burning-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/burning-back-pain.html Burning back pain is a common description used to describe lower back pain symptoms. There is no single problem that leads to feelings of burning back pain, many different things can cause this symptom. Fri, 30 Jul 2010 10:03:37 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lower-back-pain-right-side.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lower-back-pain-right-side.html Several different problems can cause lower back pain on the right side. Read about the most common causes of this troublesome lower back pain symptom. Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:26:40 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/human-spine.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/human-spine.html Many people think that the human spine is weak or vulnerable.Look closely at the spine and see how tough it is and how well designed it is to do its job. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 14:28:33 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/exercises-for-lower-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/exercises-for-lower-back-pain.html A illustrated guide to exercises for lower back pain that will show you some core stability exercises. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 14:27:20 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lower-abdominal-muscles.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lower-abdominal-muscles.html Transversus Abdominis is one of the lower abdominal muscles that play an important role in treatment for lower back pain. It is a large corset like abdominal wall muscle that wraps around the trunk attaching to the pelvis, lower back and ribs. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 14:25:43 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/pain.html To understand lower back pain you need to know a little about the theory of what causes pain. Find out about up to date thinking and how your thoughts influence how you feel. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:10:23 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-pain-early-pregnancy.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-pain-early-pregnancy.html Back pain in early pregnancy is common. Pregnancy causes a change in hormone levels. In particular a hormone called relaxin is released.This softens your ligaments and can lead to back pain, especially sacroiliac joint pain. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:34:49 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-pain-in-pregnancy.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-pain-in-pregnancy.html Pelvic and back pain in pregnancy are very common problems. Read an outline of some of the common causes for this type of problem. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:30:25 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/Lower-back-pain-in-pregnancy.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/Lower-back-pain-in-pregnancy.html A new study published in Nature sheds some new light on lower back pain in pregnancy by studying the evolution of the human spine. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:25:06 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/physical-fitness.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/physical-fitness.html The importance of physical fitness for managing lower back pain. Physical fitness may help you prevent and recover from lower back pain. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:14:52 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/Lower-back-pain-Treatment.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/Lower-back-pain-Treatment.html Lower back pain treatment varies according to how long you have had the symptoms. Written by a physiotherapist this section contains current information on the latest NICE guidelines for lower treating lower back pain. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:45:17 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lumbar-spine-mri.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/lumbar-spine-mri.html Lumbar spine MRI is often offered to people with lower back pain but recently published guidelines suggest that it is not always needed. Find out when it is a good idea to get further tests. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:44:06 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/treating-lower-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/treating-lower-back-pain.html Not all back pain treatments work. Find out which ones to avoid when treating lower back pain. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:40:50 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/treatment-for-lower-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/treatment-for-lower-back-pain.html The types of treatment for lower back pain that are most likely to help Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:37:12 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/treatment-for-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/treatment-for-back-pain.html What the experts think about the best treatment for back pain and what should be avoided Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:33:04 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/pain-symptoms.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/pain-symptoms.html Does having faith reduce your back pain symptoms. A recent study tried to find out. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:17:15 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-pain-injection.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/back-pain-injection.html A back pain injection is often offered to people with longstanding back pain, but does it help? This looks at a study that considered the evidence for and against. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 14:14:39 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/epidural-steroid-injections.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/epidural-steroid-injections.html Epidural steroid injections are commonly offered to people suffering with lower back pain. This study looked at whether they reduced the need for spinal surgery. Mon, 01 Dec 2008 13:57:39 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/sciatic-back-pain.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/sciatic-back-pain.html This is my 6th week with sciatica. It is caused by a massive left paracentral disc extrusion on L5/S1 (there are also degenerative changes there), and Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:11:35 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/muscle-imbalance.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/muscle-imbalance.html I have been suffering from gradually worsening sciatica symptoms; I have tried physiotherapy,acupuncture,osteopathy and so far I have had no Fri, 19 Sep 2008 09:55:51 GMT http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/treatment-of-sciatica.html http://www.lower-back-pain-toolkit.com/treatment-of-sciatica.html There are many conflicting ideas on the treatment of sciatica and it can get very confusing if you have this problem. See some readers suggestions here. Fri, 12 Sep 2008 11:48:48 GMT