Back Pain: Tips, Symptoms & Medical Advice from Dr. James

When to Worry About Back Pain and What You Can Do

Explore trusted medical advice, practical relief strategies, and video tips from Dr. James Q. Simmons on managing and understanding back pain.

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Dr. James Q. Simmons, Nurse Practitioner, explains when to go to the ER for back pain with emergency symbol illustration

Should I go to the ER or not? BACK PAIN!

Are you having trouble deciding if that back pain is just the ole “bad back” or something more serious? Providence St. Joseph Health and I want to help you make that decision a little easier … in 3 minutes or less!