Eight out of ten Canadians will experience back pain at one point in their lives. It's a serious health problem that often goes untreated. One of the reasons back pain is so common is that it can be caused by so many different things.

• Work-related injuries
• Sports injuries
• Poor posture
• Stress
• Car accidents
• Improper lifting

Any of these things can cause your spine to shift from its normal position or affect your range of motion. This puts pressure on the joints, muscles, and nerves in that area, and is what causes most back pain. A healthy back is essential for a healthy body. For some people, chiropractic treatment is like a regular tune-up for their back, to help deal with the daily wear and tear of life. For others, it's an effective treatment when back pain strikes. Take the time to discuss with your chiropractor the level of care that's best for you.

Even though a chiropractor has treated your back pain, there is a possibility it might recur. Here are some symptoms which might indicate that you suffer from a back problem:

• Leg pain with numbness, tingling, and/or weakness
• Back or leg pain with coughing or sneezing
• Difficulty standing up after sitting for any period of time
• Stiffness in the morning that decreases when you move around
• Pain in your hip, buttock, thigh, knee, or foot
• Inability to turn or bend to each side equally
• Unbalanced posture, when your head, neck, or shoulder may be higher on one side than the other
• Pain which prevents you from sleeping well
• Pain that persists or worsens after 48 hours Chiropractic treats your back pain by addressing the cause of the pain. A chiropractic adjustment allows your spine to return to its proper position and improve your range of motion, letting you feel like yourself again. It's simple, and it works.

When a back is in pain, it's felt by everyone

Maybe it's an unnerving sound or a searing twinge. But when back pain hits, life is about to be disrupted. It's a problem that affects the millions of Canadians who suffer, their families, friends and employers.