A common cause of back pain is a herniated disk (disc),also called a slipped disk, a ruptured disk, a prolapsed disk or a spinal disk herniation. This condition may cause severe back pain that shoots down the leg. As a result, everyday activities can become difficult or even intolerable.....

What Is A Herniated Disk (Ruptured Or Slipped Disk)? What Causes A Herniated Disk? (click here for the full article at Medical News Today)