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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 more 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.

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