Remove 2020 Remove Ligaments Remove Sciatica
article thumbnail

Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

We saw this reflected in the responses we received to our 2020 national survey from people with back pain. Ligaments, tendons and muscles, provide further support to your spine and help protect it from injury. The pain comes from the muscles, ligaments and joints. They act as shock absorbers and give your spine its flexibility.

article thumbnail

Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

Ligaments, tendons and muscles, provide further support to your spine and help protect it from injury. The pain comes from the muscles, ligaments and joints. sciatica – is a painful condition that develops when the nerve that runs from the lower back into the leg is compressed or squeezed. What should I know about back pain?