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A 42-year-old woman presents with 4 weeks of new-onset low back pain after lifting a heavy box. Pain is mechanical, worse with movement, and improves with rest. She has no fever, weight loss, neurological deficit, history of cancer or trauma, and normal examination. According to Choosing Wisely Canada, what is the most appropriate management regarding imaging?

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