Ouch! My back hurts!
As scary as back pain can be, there are proven ways to relieve it. Perhaps someone you know took opioids or had back surgery. Those are not your only options. In fact, few people need surgery for back pain. Most back pain improves on its own, usually within a few weeks, with a little extra care.2
Go to What do I do right now? and then explore the other links to learn more about causes and treatment options for back pain.