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Nonspecific Back Pain
Alternate Names : Back Pain - Nonspecific
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Nonspecific Back Pain Prognosis (Expectations)
Most cases of nonspecific back pain resolve on their own or respond to treatment. It is helpful to sleep on a firm mattress, with a board under the mattress, or even on the floor. Heat or ice applied to the affected area may provide some relief.
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• Definition
• Nonspecific Back Pain Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
• Nonspecific Back Pain Symptoms & Signs
• Nonspecific Back Pain Prevention
• Nonspecific Back Pain Diagnosis & Tests
• Nonspecific Back Pain Treatment
• Nonspecific Back Pain Prognosis
• Nonspecific Back Pain Complications
• Calling Your Health Care Provider
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Review Date : 11/13/2002
Reviewed By : Andrew L. Chen, M.D., Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Joint Diseases, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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