Patient Education on Management of Acute Back Pain

Authors

Jonathon WooFollow

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Date

2025

Abstract

Acute back pain is one of the most common reasons for visit in the primary care setting. Back pain is a major contributor to disability and healthcare costs. Back pain can affect patients' quality of life through functional limitations and psychological stress regarding the severity and progression of back pain. This project aims to educate patients on the natural course of most cases of acute back pain as well as highlight various treatment options available.

Clinical Site

Nuvance Health Primary Care - New Canaan

Keywords

back pain

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Disciplines

Medical Education | Primary Care

Recommended Citation

Woo, Jonathon, "Patient Education on Management of Acute Back Pain" (2025). Family Medicine Clerkship Student Projects. 1171.
https://scholarworks.uvm.edu/fmclerk/1171