New Booklet Offers Tips On Back Pain

NES a New Booklet Offers Tips On BackPain (NAPSA)—At some point, back pain affects an estimated 8 out of 10 people. It is one of our society’s most common medical problems. A number of factors can increase your risk for back pain. They include: e Age: Back pain becomes more common with age. e Fitness level: Back pain is more common among people who are not physically fit. Diagnosing the cause of back pain requires a medical history and a physical exam. e Diet: A diet high in calories and fat can lead to obesity, which can put stress on the back. e Heredity: Some causes of back pain, including disc disease, may have a genetic component. The National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases funds research to better understand and treat back pain. It recently produced a booklet, “Handout On Health: Back Pain,” which offers information and treatmenttips. For a free copy, call toll-free (877) 22-NIAMS or visit www. niams.nih.gov.