Low Back Pain
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Low back pain is pain located in the lower part of the back, one of the most common complaints in the population. It may appear suddenly or set in little by little, and its intensity varies from one case to another.
Common causes: improper efforts or postures, muscle overload, a sedentary lifestyle, and alterations of the lumbar spine.
Common symptoms: pain or stiffness in the lower back area, discomfort that increases with certain movements and, in some cases, radiation toward the legs.
Which specialist evaluates it? The orthopedist, the rehabilitation physician, and the physical therapist evaluate the back and guide the care. If the pain persists or limits your activities, it is advisable to have an evaluation that clarifies its origin.
Data on 8,082 doctors who treat low back pain
Which specialist treats low back pain?
Low back pain is treated by a physical therapist or an orthopedist, specialists in managing back pain. A chiropractor, a general practitioner, an anesthesiologist, or a complementary therapist may also be involved depending on the case. Find these specialists.
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Doctors specialized in low back pain
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Tanya Giselle Ramirez Cervantes
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Carolina Garcia
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Carlos Esteban Fonz Alonso
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Yareth Marleen Cortés Uribe
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Nadia Monserrat Plata Ventura
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Brenda Jimena Sánchez Martínez
Frequently asked questions
What is low back pain?
Low back pain is pain located in the lower part of the back, one of the most common complaints in the population. It may appear suddenly or set in little by little, and its intensity varies from one case to another.
Which doctor treats low back pain?
Low back pain is treated by a physical therapist or an orthopedist, specialists in managing back pain. A chiropractor, a general practitioner, an anesthesiologist, or a complementary therapist may also be involved depending on the case. Find these specialists.