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Back Pain: Differential Diagnosis and Management.

Authors :
Gibbs D
McGahan BG
Ropper AE
Xu DS
Source :
Neurologic clinics [Neurol Clin] 2023 Feb; Vol. 41 (1), pp. 61-76. Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 Oct 29.
Publication Year :
2023

Abstract

Back pain is a common condition affecting millions of individuals each year. A biopsychosocial approach to back pain provides the best clinical framework. A detailed history and physical examination with a thorough workup are required to exclude emergent or nonoperative etiologies of back pain. The treatment of back pain first uses conventional therapies including lifestyle modifications, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, physical therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy. If these options have been exhausted and pain persists for greater than 6 weeks, imaging and a specialist referral may be indicated.<br />Competing Interests: Disclosure The authors have nothing to disclose.<br /> (Copyright © 2022 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1557-9875
Volume :
41
Issue :
1
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Neurologic clinics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
36400559
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ncl.2022.07.002