Question

A 30-year-old woman presents with acute low back pain after lifting a heavy box. There is no neurological deficit or red flags. According to Australian back pain guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management?

Accepted Answer

Encourage early mobilisation, simple analgesia and reassurance

Answer

Strict bed rest for 2 weeks

Answer

Immediate MRI

Answer

Long-term opioid therapy

Answer

Spinal fusion surgery

Practice question

A 30-year-old woman presents with acute low back pain after lifting a heavy box. There is no neurological deficit or red flags. According to Australian back pain guidelines, what is the most appropriate initial management?