Routine imaging for low back pain not helpful: report

When it comes to lower back pain, more testing doesn’t lead to better care. On the contrary — it may actually lead to worse care, not to mention higher costs.

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Panadol passed over for cocaine

Illicit drug commonly used as painkiller in Colombia, court hears.

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Routine imaging for low back pain not helpful-report

NEW YORK, Feb 1 (Reuters Life!) - When it comes to lower back pain, more testing doesn’t lead to better care. On the contrary — it may actually lead to worse care, not to mention higher costs.

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Skip the MRI for Low Back Pain?

Immediate imaging with X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs for patients with acute low back pain is not recommended for all patients, according to new guidelines by the American College of Physicians.

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Study finds problems with back pain imaging use

A new study finds imaging may not be the best way to relieve back pain.

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