Back and Neck Pain Resource Center

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Is the economy hurting my back?

“The more I hear about the economy, the more I stress about my finances. And the more I stress, the more my back hurts. Is there a connection between stress and back pain? What can I do about it?”

Listen to our expert’s answer.

Highlights

• Learn about back problems and neck problems in our Healthwise Library.
• When should you consider back surgery? Read our expert’s answer.
• 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.
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