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Patient Links to Informative Sites on Back Pain

The following links have some very useful and comprehensive information which you may find helpful.

However, please note that if you have any concerns about your condition please seek medical attention, particularly if you experience any of the following:

Loss of control of the bowel or bladder.

Numbness in the trunk or lower half of the body.

Extreme pain or difficulty walking or standing.

Definitions of various conditions can be found at the following links:

Sciatica: http://www.sciatica.org

Lumbago: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lumbago

Whiplash: http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/whiplash/whiplash.htm

Fribromyalgia: http://www.fmnetnews.com/basics-symptoms.php

Frozen Shoulder: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/frozen-shoulder/DS00416

Prolapsed intervertebral disc: http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc/27000885/ 

Please note that the links provided are for information only - they are not a substitute for medical attention, diagnosis and treatment.  If you have any immediate concerns, please contact your Doctor or Osteopath.

Other useful links:

www.osteopathy.org 

http://www.chiropractic-uk.co.uk

http://www.backpain.org

http://www.spine-health.com

I am hoping to develop this page over the coming months to include interesting articles and information on general aftercare to help you manage your back condition.

Kind regards,

Ian Pitt.