Back Pain

Back pain is very common, with about 2% of the U.S. workforce disabled by it daily. It’s the leading cause cited for an inability to perform daily tasks.

Back pain can be categorized in several ways. You can describe its location: upper, middle, or lower back, and whether it’s on the left, center, or right side.

You can also define the type of pain: mild, moderate, or severe, and whether it’s a broad ache or a sharp stab.

Moreover, back pain can be categorized by duration: acute, sudden and brief, often related to an injury, or chronic/persistent, lasting more than three to six months.

If your back pain is severe or doesn’t get better after a few weeks, you may make an appointment with Dr. Olivia Patel to determine the cause and diagnose your back pain.

On the other hand, if your symptoms are mild, you might want to check out our guides for self-diagnosis or the best home remedies.