Offers the latest research in preventing and treating back pain including posture improvements, stretching exercises, and surgical and non-surgical treatment options.

Includes index.

Understanding back and neck pain -- Listening to the voices of pain -- Using first aid for fast relief -- Stretching and exercising -- Making lifestyle choices to ease pain -- Learning correct body mechanics -- Adapting office ergonomics -- Choosing a doctor -- Getting the right diagnosis -- Taking medication for spinal pain -- Getting injections for spinal pain -- Considering surgery.