Question

A 45-year-old woman presents with 2 weeks of non-specific low back pain without radiation, trauma or red flag features. Neurologic exam is normal. According to Choosing Wisely Canada, what is the best imaging approach?

Accepted Answer

Do not order imaging unless red flag features develop

Answer

Order immediate lumbar spine MRI

Answer

Order lumbar spine X-rays

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Order CT scan of the lumbar spine

Answer

Order bone scan

Practice question

A 45-year-old woman presents with 2 weeks of non-specific low back pain without radiation, trauma or red flag features. Neurologic exam is normal. According to Choosing Wisely Canada, what is the best imaging approach?