Nearly everyone experiences lower back pain at some point in their lives; it is one of the most common discomforts! For some people, this issue is mild and temporary. For others, it can become an ongoing health issue that has major consequences for their quality of life. How can you tell if your back pain is serious? This blog post provides some helpful information.

Whether you are sitting, standing, walking, or even lying down, back pain can make everything more difficult. It can slow down your life and frustrate all your plans! Certainly, if you are dealing with persistent pain, you should seek professional medical care. But which type of doctor should you see? Either a neurologist or orthopedist might be able to help. This blog post explores some differences between these two types of specialists.