Back pain is one of the most common reason for a visit to the doctor or miss work. Back pain can range from muscle ache to shooting pain down the leg and can be made worse by bending, lifting and in some cases can even make sitting and standing difficult. Conditions commonly linked to back pain can include: Muscle or ligament strain: Repeated lifting of heavy objects, poor posture or sudden movements can strain low back muscles and ligaments leading to strain causing low back