January 30, 2012: Those Extra Pounds Could Harm Your Back
Researchers say more severe spinal disc degeneration seen in obese patients

January 27, 2012: Experts Offer Tips on Avoiding iPad-Linked Shoulder, Neck Strain
Users should not keep tablet computers such as iPad or Xoom on their laps, small study suggests

December 27, 2011: Adversity, Trauma May Boost Mental Toughness
Living through difficulty -- up to a point -- can build resiliency, study shows

December 12, 2011: Study Questions Use of MRI Before Back-Pain Injections
Routine imaging has little clinical value for certain patients, study says

November 04, 2011: Timing May Be Key to Successful Back Surgery
Waiting longer than six months to repair herniated disc may hinder recovery, study says

October 31, 2011: Yoga Gets Women With Back Pain Moving: Study
But the British research did not show any more easing of discomfort with the technique

October 24, 2011: Yoga, Stretching Classes Outdo Self-Care for Back Pain: Study
Weekly sessions led to less discomfort, medication

August 27, 2011: Back-to-School Shouldn't Mean a Too-Heavy Backpack
An expert advises parents to check how much is loaded inside, to avoid injury

August 02, 2011: Bio-Engineered Spinal Discs Appear Successful in Rats
Made of cells and collagen, these implants might someday help humans with tough to treat back pain

July 05, 2011: Massage Beats Meds for Lower Back Pain, Study Says
Both relaxation and structural massage worked in the short term, researchers report

May 26, 2011: Health Tip: Prevent Back Pain in the Car
Here are some suggestions

May 20, 2011: Treating Back Pain May Reverse Its Impact on Brain
Abnormalities caused by chronic pain improve when patients get relief, study finds

May 19, 2011: Stretch Before You Pick Up That Rake: Expert
A few precautions before summer sports and gardening will help prevent back pain

May 02, 2011: Health Tip: Signs That You May Have a Herniated Disc
Although symptoms vary

April 27, 2011: When Docs Own MRIs, Back Pain Scans Increase: Study
Expert says patients should ask referring physicians if they have a stake in imaging equipment

April 04, 2011: Health Tip: Help Prevent Back Injury
Start with good posture

March 28, 2011: 'Surgeon Enthusiasm' May Spur Higher Rates of Back Pain Procedures: Study
The number of these operations varies widely across the U.S, researchers point out

March 11, 2011: Health Tip: Evaluate Back Pain in Children
Often it can signal a more serious condition

February 23, 2011: Spinal Fusion Surgery May Leave Some Back Pain Patients Worse Off: Study
Those who got operation were less likely to return to work than those treated in other ways

January 31, 2011: Most X-Rays, Scans Unnecessary for Acute Low Back Pain
Expensive tests don't improve outcomes, have potential for harm, says physician group

January 26, 2011: If NFL Linemen Can Bounce Back from Back Surgery, So Can You
Study found most were able to resume their playing careers

January 03, 2011: Health Tip: Have Pain in the Back and Leg?
It may be an inflamed piriformis muscle

December 01, 2010: Workers With Low Back Pain Benefit From Integrated Care
The approach costs less, more productive than usual care, researchers found

November 22, 2010: Painful Knees Often Tied to Pain in Other Joints
Arthritic discomfort elsewhere may raise intensity of knee woes, researchers say

November 05, 2010: Cymbalta Approved for Chronic Joint and Muscle Pain
First approved as anti-depressant in 2004

September 28, 2010: Nursing Home Workers At Risk for Assault: Study
Musculoskeletal pain among staff may often be related to violence in the workplace

September 24, 2010: Veterans With PTSD Suffer More Physical Ailments Than Their Peers
Female vets with disorder plagued by more medical illnesses than male counterparts, study shows

September 09, 2010: Health Tip: Dealing With Lower Back Pain
Suggestions to help ease the discomfort

August 16, 2010: Students Warned to Beware of 'Laptop-itis'
Computer design can lead to injuries in heavy users, but simple steps can minimize risk, expert advises

August 16, 2010: Health Tip: Wear a Backpack Properly
And avoid a back injury

August 10, 2010: Study Offers Support for Surgery After Compression Fracture
But most patients gained pain relief without the need for vertebroplasty, experts note

August 07, 2010: Back-to-School Tips on Backpack Safety
Four factors keep students from shouldering a too-heavy load

August 02, 2010: Sciatica Relief May Depend on How Steroid Shots Are Delivered
Study found injection straight into spinal nerve might be an alternative to surgery

July 26, 2010: Study Explores Links Between Obesity and Chronic Pain
Finding suggests connection to family history and frame of mind

July 23, 2010: Docs May Be Slow to Diagnose Arthritis of Back, Study Suggests
As first step, radiofrequency denervation would slash costs, researchers say

July 07, 2010: Understanding Back Pain May Improve Management, Study Suggests
Attitudes, beliefs and knowledge appear to influence pain control, study finds

July 06, 2010: Glucosamine Ineffective for Lower Back Pain Linked to Arthritis
Study finds it's no better than placebo in relieving discomfort or boosting quality of life

June 30, 2010: New Clues to Herniated Disc Pain
An immune cell that causes inflammation in autoimmune disorders may play a role in back pain, researchers find

June 02, 2010: Health Tip: Recovering From Back Surgery
Here's what you can do at home

May 28, 2010: Health Tip: Manage Pregnancy Back Pain
Take the strain off your back

May 27, 2010: Health Tip: Coping With Sciatica Pain
Suggestions to help get relief

April 06, 2010: Complex Spinal Operations Soar Despite Drawbacks
Greater hazard, no more benefit, experts say

March 17, 2010: Rehab Program Gets Back Pain Patients Back to Work Sooner
Disability cut short with integrated care, research shows

February 26, 2010: Chronic Back Pain Soothed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Setting your mind straight can help you deal with physical pain, researchers say

February 11, 2010: Fitness a Factor in Snow Shoveling Injuries
Some people just aren't in good enough shape to do it themselves, expert warns

January 21, 2010: Smokers More Prone to Long-Term Prescription Painkiller Use
Opioid abuse is a risk for patients with back pain, researchers say

December 30, 2009: Nerve Stimulation Device Doesn't Ease Most Back Pain
Review finds little evidence of relief with technology called TENS

December 14, 2009: Health Tip: Take Care When Lugging Luggage
Suggestions to help prevent injury

November 26, 2009: Health Tip: Managing Herniated Disk Pain
Non-surgical treatment helps 90 percent of patients

November 26, 2009: Pack Right for the Holidays to Avoid the ER
Luggage that's too big or too heavy can lead to strains or worse