Women who are naturally prone to back pains and are at greater risks to developing back pain during pregnancy and may show some sings in the earliest stages. For pregnant women, they may experience either one of the two types of back pain or a combination of both: lumbar pain (lower back pain) and posterior pelvic pain. Contrary to what is popularly believed back pain is seldom related with the spinal chord. Nor does the spinal chord causes any back problems, unless damage is made directly on the spinal cord. This is when paralysis occurs. Otherwise, the chord has nothing to do with frequent back pain rather, the problem may be associated with nerve roots. Due to the nature of muscle strain, it is best to avoid irritation on the affected part especially on the spine and the muscles that surround this area. Anti-Inflammatory Medications or Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) Medications that are covered by NSAIDs are often used in treating inflammation associated with lower back pain and other pains. Symptoms may vary from muscle ache to excruciating pain, inability to perform things or limited range of activity and postures. Majority of the back pain may be caused by trauma on the lower part of the back bones. Trauma is the result of too aggressive movements associated with house works, sports activities, injuries, sudden jolts and stresses on the ligaments or the spinal bone. These include: The sufferer usually experience irritability and fatigue due to lack of sufficient sleep that is often hampered by the pain felt at night. Lack of productive activities and isolation during the day since the pain impedes the person from doing things the normal ways. He always has to move slower and more carefully to avoid more severe pain attacks. Listed below are some of the symptoms of chronic back pain: Neck back pain that goes down to the arms Neck pain that may be linked to certain activities Arm pain due to lack of coordination Neck back pain that may be felt for much longer duration of time Neck pain that may go worse by the end of the day and in the morning Other than these, there are a number of common symptoms that may be associated with cervical conditions.