There are many causes of back pain. Mechanical problems with the back itself can cause pain. Examples are:
- Disk breakdown.
- Spasms.
- Tense muscles.
- Ruptured disks.
Injuries from sprains, fractures, accidents, and falls can result in back pain.
Back pain can also occur with some conditions and diseases, such as:
- Scoliosis.
- Spondylolisthesis.
- Spinal stenosis.
- Infections.
- Endometriosis.
- Fibromyalgia.
Other possible causes of back pain are infections, tumors or stress.