How Long Is Too Long to Suffer From Back Pain?

Nothing makes a long day even longer than having to deal with back pain. If you're suffering from lower back pain, even simple tasks like picking up a bag of groceries can feel overwhelming.

What's more, the cause of your lower back pain may be more complicated than the actual twisting or lifting that brought it on in the first place — and preventing future pain means getting to the source of what caused it.

"If you wait to do something about lower back pain until it's become debilitating, you've waited too long," says Dr. Spencer, minamally invasive spine specialist. "Most people's back pain dissipates in about a week or two, but if your pain is long-term or chronic, it's time to see a spine specialist."

If you are suffering from back or neck pain, call our office and schedule an appointment with Dr. Spencer.