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Practice a chronic low back pain case

The patient says

"My lower back has been aching for about five months now. It's worse when I sit all day. Nothing's numb or weak, I just want to know what's going on."

Patient age: 26

What you'll do

Ask the patient questions, choose which tests to order, decide on medication and next steps, then see how the patient does. You get feedback and teaching notes at the end. It's free and works in your browser.

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This case is part of a quick shift of about four patients (5–8 minutes). No account required.

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