From children and teens to seniors, anyone can experience this problem.

The severity of your symptoms depends on what caused them in the first place.

Its causes range from osteoporosis to back injuries.

Woman with lower back pain

But first, it’s important to understand its causes.

This habit is a major cause of back pain.

It may also cause painful muscle spasms and irritate the sciatic nerve.

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Poor posture only makes things worse.

Dr. Atlas recommends walking or exercising to prevent and reduce back pain.

“The goal isn’t to get into the chair.

Runner with lower back pain

The goal is to start moving,” says Dr. Atlas.

Ideally, make a run at stand up and walk around every half an hour.

Make a habit out of stretching your back, hamstrings, and glutes every day.

That’s rarely the case, though.

It can actually handle a lot of stress without suffering major changes.

Most times, it’s the small things that cause or worsen back pain.

From your diet andworkout routineto your posture, every detail matters.

Smoking, for example, triggers inflammation, which in turn may affect your body’s ability to heal.

In the long run, this habit can lead to lower back pain, warnsJohns Hopkins Medicine.

Your body weight matters, too.

Obese individuals are more likely to develop low back pain, according to theAmerican Chiropractic Association.

Every extra pound puts stress on your spine, causing wear and tear.

A sedentary lifestyle isn’t better either, though.