Bruce, Are you sedimentary? How active are you on a daily basis? Do you spend a large part of the day in a sitting position? I have had a long history of back pain which I have very well under control now using exercise. But if your pain is not caused by inactivity then what I have to say won't help. Several list members have allready suggested exercise and physical thearpy, so you know that might help. I would also suggest a doctor of physical medicine. Who is a medical doctor/physical thearpist combined. Lanier Maddux 63/1