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Most cases of back pain are acute, i.e. the pain starts suddenly and intensely and lasts for a short time – usually less than a month.
Acute back pain is not usually caused by a serious medical condition and most cases resolve within a few days without treatment.
Chronic back pain persists beyond three months and even slight movements can trigger it. Chronic back pain often requires specialist advice.
Acute back pain is not usually caused by a serious medical condition and most cases resolve within a few days without treatment.
Chronic back pain persists beyond three months and even slight movements can trigger it. Chronic back pain often requires specialist advice.