Our backs take a beating, with up to 80% of the total population suffering pain at least once in their life. It isn’t just an ailment of the elderly, either. 4 out of 5 people under the age of 45 suffer enough to take time off work at least once because of their back pain.  It’s the second leading cause of missing a day. What are some characteristics of this surprisingly common condition? Some describe their back pain as a dull ache, while say others say it’s a sharp, stabbing pain. Some describe it as a feeling of stiffness or numbness. Some injuries and illness can leave you in so much pain that you are immobile, while other minor injuries can simply cause a mild pain. Severe back pain that … Read entire article »