Low back pain is defined as pain in the area between the 12th rib and the inferior gluteal fold. Low back pain lasting 6 weeks is called acute, low back pain lasting 6-12 weeks is called subacute, and low back pain lasting more than 12 weeks is called chronic low back pain. Sedentary lifestyle, obesity, lack of fitness, smoking, working with vibrating tools, carrying heavy loads, sudden movements, depression, anxiety, pregnancy, traveling for a long time, low socioeconomic status, advanced age, anatomical disorders are risk factors for low back pain.
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