Pain causes

Cases studies How back pain appears Structural abnormalities of the spine Risk factors for back pain

In the past it was believed that pain ocurred because there was an abnormality in the structure of the spine, such as scoliosis or a herniated disc. That is not the case.

The advent of pain is due to a neurological process that involves the activation of pain-transmitting nerves and episodes of muscular contracture and inflammation. It can also sometimes signify nerve root compression.

This process can be triggered by an alteration in the structure of the spine, such as a herniated disc or significant degeneration of the facet joint. In most cases, however, it is not possible to determine the initial cause, and it is attributed to pain from the contracture or overburdening of the muscles.