Spine (Phila Pa 1976). 1995 Aug 15;20(16):1839-41.

Radiographic assessment for patients with low back pain.

Simmons ED Jr, Guyer RD, Graham-Smith A, Herzog R.

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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, State University of New York at Buffalo, USA.

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Guidelines for radiographs of the lumbar spine are established. In general, radiographs are not believed to be necessary for a first episode of low back pain present for less than 7 weeks. Exceptions to this include various medical or physical findings, which are listed. In general, anteroposterior and lateral views only should be done initially. Indications for other views are discussed.

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