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Some 80 percent of Americans experience back or neck pain resulting from injury or illness, according to the National Pain Foundation. While for some, these problems may be minor irritations that have a limited effect on their lives, for a significant number of people, back or neck pain is chronic and affects literally every aspect of their lives, from enjoying a brisk walk on a Fall day, to playing with their grandchildren, to lowering themselves into a bathtub. Diagnosing spinal injuries or illnesses can include a review of medical history and physical examination, along with diagnostic imaging utilizing x-ray or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Treatment for ongoing and severe neck and back pain may include physical therapy, medications, and alternative treatments. For some who have not seen any improvement in their condition with less invasive treatment, surgery may be the only way to relieve them of constant pain. |
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