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A 22-year-old woman presents with acute low back pain after lifting a heavy box. She has no red flag symptoms (no trauma, weight loss, fever, neurological deficits or incontinence). Examination reveals paraspinal tenderness but normal neurology. According to Choosing Wisely Canada, what is the most appropriate management?

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