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- The primary NIH organization for research on Back Injuries is the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
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Back Injuries
Your back is an intricate structure of bones, muscles, and other tissues extending from your neck to your pelvis. Back injuries can result from sports injuries, work around the house or in the garden, or a sudden jolt such as a car accident. The lower back is the most common site of back injuries and back pain. Common back injuries include
- Sprains and strains
- Herniated disks
- Fractured vertebrae
These injuries can cause pain and limit your movement. Treatments vary but might include medicines, icing, bed rest, physical therapy or surgery. You might be able to prevent some back injuries by maintaining a healthy weight, lifting objects with your legs and using lower-back support when you sit.
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Overviews
- Back Pain at Work: Preventing Aches, Pains and Injuries(Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
- Taking Care of Your Back(American Physical Therapy Association)
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Latest News
- Majority of College Students Report Backpack-Related Pain(09/12/2008, HealthDay)
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Diagnosis/Symptoms
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MRI of the Spine(American College of Radiology, Radiological Society of North America)
Also available in Spanish
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MRI of the Spine(American College of Radiology, Radiological Society of North America)
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Treatment
- Back Surgery: When Is It a Good Idea?(Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research)
- Kyphoplasty(American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons)
- Spinal Fusion(American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons)
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Prevention/Screening
- Back Facts: A Training Workbook to Prevent Back Injuries in Nursing Homes(Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
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Lifting Safety: Tips To Help Prevent Back Injuries(American Academy of Family Physicians)
Also available in Spanish
- Physical Therapists Offer Snow Shovelers Advice to Avoid Injuries(American Physical Therapy Association)
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Specific Conditions
- Facet Joint Syndrome(Cleveland Clinic Foundation)
- Fracture of the Thoracic and Lumbar Spine(American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons)
- Low Back Strain and Sprain(American Association of Neurological Surgeons)
- Spondylolysis and Spondylolisthesis(American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons)
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Videos
- Kyphoplasty for Vertebral Compression Fractures(OR-Live) - Requires media player - One hour program - 4/19/2007
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Clinical Trials
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Back Injuries
(National Institutes of Health)
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ClinicalTrials.gov: Back Injuries
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Journal Articles
References and abstracts from MEDLINE/PubMed (National Library of Medicine)
- Article: Low back disorders in agriculture and the role of stooped...
- Article: Low-severity musculoskeletal complaints evaluated in the emergency department.
- Article: Selective nonoperative management of penetrating torso injury from combat fragmentation...
- Back Injuries -- see more articles
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Directories
- Find an Orthopaedist(American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons)
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Organizations
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
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National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases
Also available in Spanish
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Children
- Backpack Safety(American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons)
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Date last updated: 15 September 2008 Topic last reviewed: 30 June 2008 |