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Expert suggests key points on how to tackle perennial back pain

With a correct diagnosis, you can start an appropriate exercise regimen that will minimise future pain

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Garima Anandani
Worldwide research suggests that back pain ranks second only to upper respiratory illness as a symptomatic reason why people go see their doctor. 

So much so that it is said to be the second most common cause of disability in working-class population under 45. While some of the most common causes for lower back pain include lack of exercise, wrong posture, weakness of surrounding muscles, etc, in certain cases it can also be an indication of a serious health issue.

It is therefore important to not ignore back pain and not do things that will make it severe. Here are