Acute back pain in younger patients almost always resolves within two months. Recurrent episodes in older patients are associated with degenerative changes. The correct diagnosis and optimum management are important for the individual patient, as well as having economic implications for both the patient and the nation.
年轻患者的急性背痛几乎总是在两个月内缓解。老年患者的复发性发作与退行性改变有关。正确的诊断和最佳的治疗对个体患者很重要，同时对患者和国家都有经济影响。
