PA R T I E S S E N T IAL S FOR G RA S PI NG LOWE R BAC K PAI N Low back pain is something many people experience, but it can be a bit tricky to understand. To handle it well, it's really important to know what causes it and how it happens. This first part will help us learn about how the spine works, the importance of good posture, and how our everyday movements can affect our backs. We ll also take a look at some common myths that can lead to not-sogreat choices in managing pain. It s super important to know what truly helps and what might actually make things worse, so we can keep our backs healthy and happy. C H A P T E R 1 - U N D E R S TA N D I N G PA I N : A N ATO M Y A N D H O W IT WORKS To really get a grip on low back pain, it s super important to understand how the spine is built and what makes pain happen. In this chapter, we ll take a closer look at the anatomy of the vertebrae, muscles, and intervertebral discs, and we ll also explore how the main types of pain come about and what causes them. C H A P T E R 2 - R E A S O N S A N D S PA R K S Lower back pain doesn t just happen out of nowhere; it usually comes from things like bad posture, wrong movements, or little things we might overlook every day. In this chapter, we ll dive into the main reasons behind it, from biomechanical issues to not-so-great habits, so we can learn how to prevent and handle it in a smart way. 8