Back pain affects adults, especially those between the ages of 40-60. The good news is that most cases can be treated without surgery! Non-surgical techniques can resolve 50-90% of cases.

At first presentation, the mainstay treatment for acute back pain in adults includes positions to relieve pain, movement exercises, medications, and thermotherapy. Patients are evaluated for symptoms after 2-3 weeks. Further imaging and interventions are recommended if symptoms worsen or if the patient is considered high risk.