We’ve all heard the phrase, “My back went out.” Maybe you’ve even used the expression yourself. I’m here to tell you, that’s not a real thing. Sorry. There is no real “out” or “in” when it comes to backs. And, without a better understanding of back pain people will persist seeking quick fixes for symptoms rather than do what it takes to heal and even prevent more back problems in the future.

Everything in life has a breaking point. A position that is too close to the edge of disruption. Usually, it’s been busting at the seams for a while, or it’s been a slow creep. Think of a balloon that bursts. It has a capacity or limit to its construction and basic building materials.  Perhaps, somone gains an extra 15 pounds slowly over the winter and the extra load changes their blood pressure, pant size and energy level. What about a tire that blows?

Even relationships can slowly begin to breakdown in communication and direction and the distance between partners increases as people get closer to their edges of discomfort and dis-ease. There are breaking points in many parts of life and most have been coming on for a while. Somewhere, a weakness was present and destruction occurred. It’s time we recognize the weakness before the breakup or blowout. Let’s understand and address the cause of why backs “give out.”

So, what’s the real cause of back pain?