Back Pain is One of the Most Common Reasons for Missed Work

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Dr. Pasquale X. Montesano

Principal Orthopedic Spine surgeon at Montesano Spine & Sport.

Office worker experiencing back pain at work, highlighting one of the leading causes of missed workdays.

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#Backpain is believed to be one of the most common reasons for missed work, with one-half of all working Americans admitting to having experienced back pain symptoms each year.

Don’t be afraid to seek help. Our primary goal at Montesano Spine and Sport is to get you back to work and doing the activities you love as quickly as possible. While many patients can find relief without the need for surgery, it’s important to understand the options available. Learn more about these treatments at spinedocs.org/treatment/.

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