Lower Back Pain And Myths
8 out of 10 people in some parts of their lifetime experience back pain. Problem of lower is there since long but the remedy is not that simple and straight forward. Some people with proper medication and exercise may find solution and get rid of it quite quickly where as for some it is long and winding road to getting an accurate diagnosis and an effective treatment. There is lot of misconception attached to and one with the problem should know what is right for him. Don't get confused with the misleading information to confuse the situation.

Lets have a look at some of the common myths attached to back pain:# leads to paralysisThe spinal cord starts from the base of the brain goes through the neck and upper back and ends at the upper part of the lower back. Lumber spine has no spinal cord and has a large space for the nerve roots so its in unlikely that a could cause a paralysis even in serious conditions.# occurs at old ageBack pain is more common in younger people between 30-50 then in old ones. This is generally true for discogenic pain such as pain that occurs due to slipped disc or degenerative disc disease.# Spine

Rehab Program Gets Back Pain Patients Back to Work Sooner (HealthDay)
HealthDay - WEDNESDAY, March 17 (HealthDay News) -- People with chronic low back pain that keeps them away from work can recover an average of four months earlier if they take part in a specific type of rehabilitation program, a new study suggests.
Chronic Back Pain Soothed by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (HealthDay)
HealthDay - THURSDAY, Feb. 25 (HealthDay News) -- People suffering from chronic lower back pain may find relief through cognitive behavioral therapy, a short-term treatment aimed at challenging and reframing negative beliefs.
Talk therapy reduces back pain (Reuters)
Reuters - People with chronic low-back pain can benefit from cognitive behavioral therapy, a new British report shows.
Spine stimulation may not help after failed surgery (Reuters)
Reuters - A commonly used treatment for patients who still suffer chronic back and leg pain after having back surgery is essentially no better than specialized pain treatment or standard medical treatment, a study performed in individuals on workers' compensation shows.

could be easily injuredThe spine is designed uniquely and has a robust structure. Surrounding muscles, tendons and ligaments provides strength, flexibility and support for the spine. # Physically active people don't suffer from back painIt is true that active and well-conditioned people are less prone to then sedentary individuals.

However, could affect all people regardless of their level of activities. Sports such as gymnastics, golf, cricket, and tennis are more likely to cause back pain. # Lower is related to weakness of boneLower is not related to the weakness of the bone and it may happen to the individuals with strong bones. # Diet affects lower back painNo, type of food does not have any direct relation with lower back pain.# Sleep on floor of or hard bed if you have lower back painSleeping on floor or hard bed is in fact harmful for lower back pain. You must be comfortable in your sleep.

A normal bed with a firm cotton mattress is enough..