Introduction: It is helpful to begin from the premise that pain is not an object; it is a type of event. Pain is a way of being-in-the-world. Bourke 2013 As Bourke stated above, pain is an experience typically dichotomized in the healthcare field as acute and chronic pain. This classification is based on a few factors, including the time-frame of pain chronicity, the presence of an identifiable mechanism of injury (MOI), or a distinct pathophysiological/pathoanatomical proble

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Part 1 - Introduction to Low Back pain Most humans will experience low back pain (LBP) at some point in their life. Despite the prevalence of LBP, there remains significant misinformation surrounding why it occurs. In this guide we will bring clarity to the discussion based on current research evidence, while outlining a path forward for management. Let's get started. What is low back pain? Low back pain is defined as pain that occurs below the 12th ribs to the inferior glute

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The medical machine acts quickly. This is a good thing when situations are dire and life or limb are at stake. However, in less serious...