senior woman with back pain
New research suggests that persistent feelings of stiffness in the lower back may be some kind of self-protective 'trick' that the mind plays on us in order to prevent further injuries.
A new study into the neuroscience of clinical pain suggests that perceptions of stiffness may not reflect the actual state of the spine and joints. The team's findings may pave the way for new therapies that help those with chronic pain in their lower back.

Lower back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide, affecting around 9.4 percent of the global population.

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