Morning Back Pain
- Back Pain and Sciatica - Lifestyle Changes
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Symptoms and Causes
- Risk Factors
- Self-Care
- Medications
Diagnosis
Although most episodes of new back pain, as well as exacerbations of chronic back pain, clear up or return to a previous level of discomfort, a medical history and a brief physical examination is always necessary. Depending on the severity of the symptoms, how long they have been present, and any associated medical problems, additional evaluations may be necessary.
Medical History
The patient should be able to describe the back pain and its history in the following manner:
- Frequency,...
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