Lower Back Pain – A GP’s Guide to Diagnosis and Treatment Approach

FACT: Lower back pain affects up to 80% of adults at some point in their lives.
FACT:  Lower back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide.
FACT: In Australia, lower back pain is the most common musculoskeletal condition, affecting 16% of the population.

As a general practitioner, effectively diagnosing and managing lower back pain requires a systematic approach to identify the underlying cause and determine your patient’s most appropriate treatment plan.