Back on Track: Managing Low Back Pain

This one-hour lecture by Dr. Joseph Liao, a board-certified anesthesiologist and pain management specialist from Stanford University, explores the prevalence and treatment approaches for low back pain. Learn about conservative treatment options including medications, physical therapy, and psychological support, as well as the role of injections for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Discover advanced treatment modalities such as radio frequency ablation for longer-term pain relief, neuromodulation, and minimally invasive spine procedures. Understand the importance of addressing both physical and psychological aspects of pain through individualized treatment plans. The lecture includes information about Stanford Health Library's free service for answering health-related questions and provides access to free mindfulness and meditation resources designed to help with pain management, sleep, and surgical recovery.