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Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

Ligaments, tendons and muscles, provide further support to your spine and help protect it from injury. The pain comes from the muscles, ligaments and joints. x-rays, CT or MRI scans) isn’t useful or recommended in most cases of back pain. Each vertebra is cushioned by spongy tissue called intervertebral discs.

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Shining a light on back pain

Musculoskeletal Australia

Ligaments, tendons and muscles, provide further support to your spine and help protect it from injury. The pain comes from the muscles, ligaments and joints. x-rays, CT or MRI scans) isn’t useful or recommended in most cases of back pain. Each vertebra is cushioned by spongy tissue called intervertebral discs.

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Mastering the Hip Exam: Top Tests for Hip Pain

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12,13) Imaging Acute Hip Pain X-rays of the hip and pelvis are prioritized to rule out fractures, especially after a fall or minor injury. (12) 14) If X-rays are unclear but a fracture remains a concern, a non-contrast MRI or CT scan of the pelvis and hip should be considered. (12) 2015 May 1;23(5):716-31.

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