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What could be the causes of pain in the middle of the back?
Pain in the middle of the back is mostly commonly due to a bone or muscle issue, but less commonly can be an issue with the stomach, pancreas, kidneys or aorta.
Why do I have pain only in my right shoulder?
Pain in the shoulder is often due to issues in the joints of the shoulder or neck. Less commonly, right shoulder pain may be caused by diseases of internal organs such as the heart, lungs or gallbladder.
Why do I have the pain only on my left shoulder?
Pain in the shoulder is often due to issues in the joints of the shoulder or neck. Less commonly, left shoulder pain may be caused by diseases of internal organs such as the heart or gallbladder.
Can a herniated disc cause low back pain?
Absolutely. The classic symptoms of a herniated disc include low back pain that extends down the buttocks and into the legs.
Can exercise improve back pain?
Most definitely. There are few back conditions that do NOT benefit back pain.
What are the causes of low back pain?
Low back pain may arise from an issue with the spine itself or may less commonly be a symptom of other underlying diseases.
What happens if tenosynovitis is left untreated?
Left untreated, tenosynovitis can lead to joint stiffness, chronic pain and loss of range of motion that may necessitate surgery to try and repair.
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