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Symptom Checker

Step 4: 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

  • disk disease

  • sciatica

  • muscle spasm or strain

  • other minor injury.

More than one cause may present at the same time and other, rare causes, such as fracture, are also possible.

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

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