Back pain

Sciatica, herniated discs, lower back pain, upper back pain… Back pain is an extremely common public health issue worldwide: 80–90% of the population will experience this problem at some point in their lives. In France, eight out of ten people suffer from back pain, and one in ten cases progresses to chronic back pain. It is the second most common reason for consulting a general practitioner. Excessive use of medications, as well as physical, psychological, familial, or social factors, can all contribute to back pain.