Chronic back and neck pain are among the most common complaints today. Because it is so common, many people simply endure it or try to manage it with quick fixes such as hot water bags or balms.

Lower spine pain can develop due to sprains and strains of muscles or changes to the discs in the lower back. Conditions that affect the facet joints of the vertebrae may also cause lower spine pain.

Both misunderstood and mismanaged, low back pain is a huge source of suffering for many people worldwide. Here's the ...