Physical examination

Low back pain

Surgery

Anesthesia

Alternative medicine

Physical therapy

Medicine

Acute pain

Back pain

Pathology

New England Journal of Medicine

Nonspecific low back pain is diagnosed by ruling out other causes, usually by means of history taking and physical examination; imaging is not routinely indicated. Patients with acute nonspecific low back pain should receive education about the condition and advice to remain active; most recover within weeks. Exercise therapy and behavioral therapy are recommended for chronic low back pain.

Nonspecific Low Back Pain