Symptoms & types
Back pain symptoms can range in intensity from mild to severe. Learn the signs to watch out for.
Symptoms
Get the facts on the aches and pains that signal back problems.
Warning signs
Chronic back pain? Sudden back pain? You need answers to these 10 questions.
Types of back pain
In rare cases, severe back pain can be a sign of cauda equina syndrome (CES). Find out more about the symptoms, causes and treatments for CES.
Straining the muscles and ligaments that hold your spinal column in place can cause low back pain. Find out more about this common source of stiffness and pain
Lower back pain and pain in upper legs are common symptoms of spinal stenosis. Learn more about the causes and treatments for this condition.
Complications
Painful, sleepless nights can be the norm for people with chronic pain. Find out how to fight back and get your sleep.

