Back Pain Quiz Age Gender Male Female Have you ever had surgery? Yes No When Did Pain Start? Gradually Over Time Suddenly / Traumatic Location of Pain One side only - (Above the Knee) One side only - (Below the Knee) Central Lower Back What Best Describes Your Pain? Pinching or stabbing - worse while standing, may feel in butt or hips, but not below the knee. One hip is often more painful than the other. Tightness in central back. Feels like a dull ache. Pain decreases while lying down or sitting. Sharp shooting pain with tingling or numbness. Can be excruciating and gets worse when sitting or bending. Often painful even below the knee. What makes your pain worse? Sitting Standing Bending Stooping Walking Coughing / Sneezing What makes your pain feel better? Sitting Standing Bending Stooping Walking First Name Email Send Me My Results