Diagnosis of Back Pain
The diagnosis of nonspecific backache is based on the exclusion of the underlying causes of back pain.
The doctor may enquire about personal history, occupational history and the history of backache.
The doctor may ask the individual to perform some simple tasks such as lifting the leg, crossing the leg, walking on the toes, stretching the toes or feet and verify their reflex movements.
Specific diagnostic procedures such as radiographs, MRI or CT scan along with blood tests may at times be advised to rule out underlying pathologies.1,2
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Date last updated: July 04, 2011