Condition

Back Pain

Pain in the lower, middle or upper back, often from strained muscles, disc problems or arthritis.

Also called: low back pain, lower back pain, lumbago, upper back pain, back strain

Who Can Help with Back Pain?

Family Doctors
A physician who provides checkups, preventive care and treatment for common illnesses for patients of all ages. Family doctors also manage long-term conditions and refer to specialists when needed.
Chiropractors
A licensed provider who treats back pain, neck pain and other joint and muscle problems, mainly with spinal adjustments and hands-on care.
Physical Therapists
A licensed therapist who helps people recover strength, movement and function after injury, surgery or illness through exercise and hands-on care.
Acupuncturists
A licensed provider who places thin needles at points on the body to relieve pain and treat other health concerns.
Massage Therapists
A licensed therapist who uses massage to relieve muscle pain and tension and help with relaxation.
Naprapaths
A licensed provider who treats muscle, joint and connective tissue pain with hands-on therapy, exercise and nutrition advice.
Pain Management Doctors
A physician who treats long-term pain, such as back, neck and nerve pain, with medicines, injections and other procedures.
Physician Assistants
A licensed clinician who examines patients, diagnoses illness, orders tests and prescribes medicine as part of a team with physicians.
Spine Surgeons
An orthopedic surgeon who treats conditions of the spine, such as herniated discs, spinal stenosis and scoliosis.
Physiatrists
A physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, treating injuries and conditions that affect movement without surgery.
Orthopedic Surgeons
A surgeon who treats bones, joints, ligaments and muscles, including fractures, arthritis and joint replacement.
Osteopathic Manipulation Doctors
An osteopathic physician who uses hands-on manipulation of muscles and joints to treat pain and other musculoskeletal problems.
Neurosurgeons
A surgeon who operates on the brain, spine and nerves, including treatment of tumors, herniated discs and spinal injuries.
Rehab Centers
An outpatient center that provides physical, occupational, speech or cardiac rehabilitation.
Anesthesiologists
A physician who gives anesthesia and monitors patients during surgery and other procedures.
Nurse Anesthetists
An advanced practice nurse who gives anesthesia and monitors patients during surgery and other procedures.
Urgent Care Centers
A walk-in clinic that treats illnesses and injuries that need care the same day but are not life-threatening.
Occupational Medicine Doctors
A physician or clinic that treats work injuries and performs job-related exams, such as pre-employment and DOT physicals.
Medical Clinics
A clinic or medical group where patients see doctors and other providers for primary or specialty care.
VA Clinics
A Department of Veterans Affairs clinic that provides health care to eligible veterans.

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Where Practices List Back Pain

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about back pain and what is right for you.

Back Pain

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