Herniated
If you have a herniated disk, a disk located between the vertebral vertebrae has broken and curves towards the spinal canal. It is common and often does not hurt. But if the disc presses against the spinal cord or nerve roots, you may get back pain or sciatica, which is a radiant pain in the leg. Usually, the pain goes away by itself after a certain amount of time, but sometimes surgery may be needed.
Read MoreBack pain in children
It is unusual for children to have back pain, but it is more common in puberty when the child grows a lot in length. Back pain in children is usually mild and goes away by itself. In more severe conditions, corset or surgical treatment may be needed.
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