In most cases, there isn't a clear cause for back pain. It may be related to problems with muscles and ligaments of the back. It may also be related to problems with the nerves, discs, or bones of the back. Moving, lifting, standing, sitting, or sleeping in an awkward way can strain the back.
Although it may hurt a lot, back pain usually improves on its own within several weeks. Most people recover in 12 weeks or less. Using self-care, such as ice or heat and light activity (like walking), can help you feel better sooner.
In most cases, there isn't a clear cause for back pain. Children can have back pain after an injury or sports event. It can also be caused by an overuse injury. This type of injury can happen when a child uses one part of their body in the same way over and over again. Other health problems, like spondylolysis, can also cause back pain.
Children or their parents may not be able to remember when the back problem started or what caused it.
Back pain in a child that occurs right after an injury or an athletic event should be checked by a doctor. Back pain that is severe enough to limit a child's activity or that lasts for 2 weeks or longer needs to be checked by a doctor.
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