Back and Neck Pain Resource Center

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Do I need back surgery?

“My back problem seems to be getting progressively worse. I’ve been taking medication for the pain, but at what point should I consider surgery?” Read our expert’s answer.

Highlights

• Learn about back problems and neck problems in our Healthwise Library.
• Find out how to relieve stress-related back pain in this five-minute expert interview.
• What causes back pain? What is the success rate for spinal surgery? A neurosurgeon discusses these and other topics. Listen to his interview.
• Do you experience back or neck pain at work? Try these stretches.
• For more information, visit our Health Resource Centers on these related topics: Arthritis, Headache and Osteoporosis.

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