Lower back pain & Sciatica Flashcards
1
Q
How long do back pain symptoms last to be classed chronic?
A
3 month
2
Q
What is gold standard investigation for back pain?
A
MRI
3
Q
What is the indication for MRI in back pain?
A
Red flags
Neurological signs/symptoms
4
Q
What pharmacological treatment is given for back pain?
A
Analgesia (incl. NSAID)
Opiate for SEVERE pain
Injections
5
Q
When to investigate back pain?
A
No improvement after 4-6 weeks