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A 38-year-old man presents with severe acute low back pain after lifting a heavy object at work. He has no trauma, fever, weight loss, neurological deficits, or bowel or bladder dysfunction. Examination shows localised paraspinal tenderness and normal neurological function. According to Choosing Wisely Canada, what is the most appropriate management?

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