Lumbago, Back pain

Dorsalgia refers to pain located between the shoulder blades, a relatively uncommon area for back pain. Low back pain, on the other hand, develops around the lumbar vertebrae in the lower part of the spine.

Low back pain is very common and can be caused by a variety of factors, such as poor posture (prolonged sitting or stooped posture), carrying heavy loads without proper technique (causing damage to the discs), psychological or emotional factors (stress and anxiety), structural problems (osteoarthritis, disc degeneration, scoliosis) or lack of exercise (weak trunk muscles leading to instability).

Foot orthoses have been shown to be effective in the treatment of chronic low back pain. Early postural management can help avoid more extensive treatments such as injections or surgery.