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The lower back, which starts below the ribcage, is called the lumbar region. Pain here can be intense and is one of the top causes of missed work. Fortunately, low back pain often gets better on its own. When it doesn't, there are effective treatments.
Lower back pain (lumbar pain) is triggered by some combination of excessive movement, muscle strain or injury to the muscles and ligaments supporting the spine. Many experts believe that over time chronic muscle strain can lead to an overall imbalance in the spinal structure.