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Common Questions about Back Pain

Aren't stiffness and aches in the morning just part of growing older?

As we grow older, we may have a little stiffness or backache in the morning, but this should not last more than 15 to 30 minutes. Stiffness lasting for hours may a sign of a more serious illness, such as an inflammatory arthritis of the spine. Symptoms such as these should be evaluated by a doctor.

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