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Back pain review urges assessment over routine scans

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Back pain review urges assessment over routine scans

A review in The Lancet says most people with back pain should receive a clinical assessment, advice and exercise rather than routine scans. Imaging is best reserved for cases where doctors suspect a serious underlying condition.

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