Where back pain comes from
Most back pain isn't a single event — it's a stack of small factors that finally tipped over: posture at work, an old injury, stress, sleep, and a spine that's slowly drifted out of alignment.
When to see a chiropractor
If pain has lasted more than a few days, is interrupting sleep or work, or comes back as soon as a hot pack or pain reliever wears off, it's time for a thorough exam — not another internet search.