| slug | F our out of five adults will suffer from back pain at some point in their lives, and modern lifestyles can be held largely responsible. Yet with just a few changes to your daily routine, you can put an end to back pain for good. WHat I S I t ? Back pain is most common in people aged 35 to 55, but can affect anyone at any time. The pain is often divided into three categories: neck pain, upper-back pain and lower back pain - the last being by far the most common. The pain is normally a dull one that comes and goes, but in some cases it can start very suddenly or develop into a chronic pain. It may be located in one area or can spread to other parts of the body. C aU S ES In most cases, it's difficult to identify a specific reason for back pain. However, common causes include: Standing, sitting or bending down for long periods Driving for long periods Slouching in a chair Doing heavy physical work Frequent lifting or twisting, especially if you're not using the correct technique Feeling stressed or anxious Having a history of back pain Spinal trap Put a stop to those agonising twinges for good with these effective methods of preventing and treating chronic and acute back pain 126 | JULY 2014