Someone with back pain might receive painkillers from his or her primary care physician, then be referred to a physiotherapist, and possibly sent for a scan if the pain continues.
However, has anyone asked where the pain actually started?
Why Musculoskeletal Diseases Are Rising—and How to Address the Root Causes
Chronic joint and muscle conditions aren’t just tied to age. Daily habits can raise risk long before symptoms show up.
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Zena le Roux
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Zena le Roux is a health journalist with a master’s in investigative health journalism and a certified health and wellness coach specializing in functional nutrition. She is trained in sports nutrition, mindful eating, internal family systems, and applied polyvagal theory. She works in private practice and serves as a nutrition educator for a UK-based health school.
