PubMed · 2015 · 11 citations · 0 references
MedicineOrthopaedic SurgeryRadiologyDiagnostic ImagingPain ManagementPain MedicineLow Back Pain RehabilitationMagnetic Resonance ImagingPain AssessmentSpinal RehabilitationSpine ImagingSpine RehabilitationAcute Low Back PainLumbar Spine ImagingMultidisciplinary Rehabilitation ModelsMusculoskeletal Magnetic Resonance ImagingNon-specific Low Back PainSubacute Low Back Pain
Classification to severe diseases, sciatic symptoms or non-specific back pain is recommended. Radiography in acute or subacute non-specific back pain is not recommended in the primary health care. In specialized care magnetic resonance imaging is the main imaging modality. Importance of patient information is emphasized. In acute non-specific pain avoidance of bed rest, advice and paracetamol are recommended. Indications for an emergency referral should be considered. In disabling pain for 6 weeks, multidisciplinary measures are needed. Pain over 3 months indicates intensive multidisciplinary rehabilitation, and also surgery may be considered.