Bring about 2 inches of water to boil in a large pan. Slice potatoes into 1/2-inch pieces and place them in a steamer (metal or bamboo) that fits into the pan without letting the potatoes touch the boiling water. Steam them for 7 minutes. For extra flavor, steam garlic and onions with the potatoes.
Inflammation of the joints (arthritis) of the spine sometimes causes back pain. Osteoarthritis is the common form of arthritis and usually occurs in older people. Ankylosing spondylitis is another form of arthritis that can occur in young adults and which causes pain and stiffness in the lower back.
Causes of Lower Back Pain Video. Chronic pain in the lower back may be caused by the discs or the joints of the spine. Chiropractic Adjustment of the Lumbar Spine (Low Back) Video. Lower back pain can be treated by a chiropractor performing adjustments to the lumbar spine, demonstrated in this video.