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A 59-year-old woman presents with chronic low back pain radiating to the buttocks for 4 weeks after lifting heavy boxes. She has no red flag features: no trauma, fever, weight loss, neurologic deficits, or history of cancer. According to Choosing Wisely Canada and imaging guidelines, what is the most appropriate management regarding imaging?

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