BACK PAIN TREATMENT

A risk factor is something which increases the likelihood of developing a condition or disease. For example, obesity significantly raises the risk of developing diabetes. Therefore, obesity is a risk factor for diabetes.

The following factors are linked to a higher risk of developing low back pain:

• A mentally stressful job
• Pregnancy - pregnant women are much more likely to get back pain
• A sedentary lifestyle
• Age - older adults are more susceptible than young adults or children
• Anxiety
• Depression
• Gender - back pain is more common among females than males
• Obesity/overweight
• Smoking
• Strenuous physical exercise (especially if not done properly)
• Strenuous physical work.

Source: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/172943.php