only stand up for short periods of time because of the pain in my back.
11. because of the pain in my back, i try not to bend or kneel down.
12. i find it difficult to get out of a chair because of the pain in my back.
13. my back hurts most of the time.
14. i find it difficult to turn over in bed because of the pain in my back.
15. my appetite is not very good because of the pain in my back.
16. i have trouble putting on my socks (or stockings) because of the pain in my back.
17. i only walk short distances because of the pain in my 