Lower Back Strain

• Occurs when the muscle fibers are abnormally stretched or torn.
• Lower back pain is the second most common cause of missed work. Almost every person will experience lower back pain at some point in their life.
• Factors that contribute to lower back pains are lack of exercise, obesity, smoking, and improper lifting technique.
• Treatment for lower back strains consist of resting, taking medications, and doing exercises or physical therapy.