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Symptom Checker


Step4: Read and complete the decision guide to learn more about your symptoms.


Low Back Pain


Based on your answers, some of the most likely causes of your back pain include


  • a compression fracture (related to osteoporosis or spondylolisthesis)


  • muscle spasm or strain


  • a back injury that you may not even remember.


  • While over-the-counter pain medicines, a heating pad and rest may be helpful, it is important that you see your physician to evaluate these symptoms.


While over-the-counter pain medicines, a heating pad and rest may be helpful, it is important that you see your physician to evaluate these symptoms.

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