Published on: 7/4/2025
What causes lower back pain that moves from side to side?
Lower back pain that shifts from side to side can be linked to spine vibration or Lyme disease, which affects the muscles and joints.
Explanation
Lower back pain that moves from side to side can be caused by different factors. One possible cause is the vibration of the spine, which can lead to discomfort and pain. This type of pain is often related to certain activities or environments that involve a lot of vibrations, like operating heavy machinery or driving long distances.
Another potential cause is Lyme disease, which is an illness spread by ticks. Lyme disease can lead to pain in the muscles and joints, including the lower back. This pain can sometimes move around, affecting different parts of the body at different times.
If you experience such symptoms, it is important to consider the activities you have been involved in or any possible exposure to ticks. For more information on mental health support, visit 988lifeline.org.
(References)
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- Steere AC. (1995). Musculoskeletal manifestations of Lyme disease. The American journal of medicine, 7726191.
- Doubleday KL, Kulig K, & Landel R. (2003). Treatment of testicular pain using conservative .... Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation, 14669201.
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