Patronage

Patron Saint of Back Pain

The Catholic Church venerates St. Nicholas of Toledo as the patron saint of back pain. Patron saints are heavenly intercessors — believers entrust a place, profession, or struggle to a saint whose own life touched it, and ask for their prayers before God.

St. Nicholas of Toledo

Feast: September 10

Nicholas of Toledo is celebrated for his contributions to the church and his moral integrity.

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