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Pain in the back: Preventing and treating spinal arthritis
The spine comprises 33 bones stacked one over the other like Lego blocks, connected by three different joints.
Best medications for low back pain, according to new research
Ouch, that aching back! Perhaps it’s from sitting too long, picking up a heavy object, a sudden slip or fall, or an aging spine — whatever the cause, sudden pain in the lower back is a common complaint. People often reach for over-the-counter pain medication to help. But which type of pain med is most effective?