Many different types of doctors treat back pain, from family physicians to doctors who specialize in disorders of the nerves and musculoskeletal system. In most cases, it is best to see your primary care physician first. In many cases, he or she can treat the problem. read more
It’s one of the leading causes for missing work. And, unfortunately, many of these people aren’t sure when to see a doctor for back pain. This can lead to even more days off. The condition disables more individuals younger than 45 than any other cause, and forces 13 million people to visit a back pain doctor annually, according to UMMC. read more