How Common is Low Back Pain?

Low back (lumbar spine) pain is common among individuals of all ages. And chances are, you or someone you know has experienced low back pain at some point. In fact, research has shown that up to 80% of individuals will experience low back pain at some point in their lives. Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work, and low back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide according to the Global Burden of Disease 2010.