Nonspecific low back pain: evaluation and treatment tips.
Avoid imaging in cases of uncomplicated low back pain (unless there are specific clinical indications). Use acetaminophen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or muscle relaxants for short-term relief of acute nonspecific low back pain. Consider matching specific physical therapy options to the patient's history and exam findings.
Vanwye
William R
WR
Physical Therapy Services, St. Francis Hospital and Health Centers, Beech Grove, IN, USA. williamray.vanwye@att.net
D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D003952:Diagnostic Imaging; D006801:Humans; D017116:Low Back Pain / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*; D010808:Physical Examination; D026741:Physical Therapy Modalities; D012307:Risk Factors