From the Managing Low Back Pain issue of UHN Managing Low Back Pain

5. Diagnosing Low Back Pain in the Doctor’s Office

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By Leonaura Rhodes, MD • September 10, 2018

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Medical History In assessing your low back pain, your physician will first take a detailed medical history of your back pain. A proper history is crucial to medical care since it directs the physical examination, assessment, and treatment. Oftentimes, your physician will gather hints of your diagnosis based on your story alone. It’s helpful to […]

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