Dr. Mark Moran and Dr. Umal Ssenkubuge, a Ugandan bariatric surgeon, explore the striking contrast between obesity rates in Uganda (2%) versus America (40%) while examining the direct connection between excess weight and back pain.• Understanding how obesity causes low back pain through anterior pressure on the spine• The importance of being "an active participant, not a passive recipient" in healthcare• Setting realistic goals when addressing weight and pain issues• Why consistency in health habits matters more than intensity• Cultural differences in obesity causes – from convenience in America to status-seeking in Uganda• The value of making small, sustainable lifestyle changes rather than seeking quick fixes• How knowledge about your condition empowers better health decisions• Why maintaining a relationship with one consistent healthcare provider improves outcomesVisit onemonthmd.com to learn more about the causes, treatments, and prevention of low back pain.

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