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You know your back hurts, but you may not know why, or what to do about it. Find out how doctors diagnose back problems and what tests may be involved.

Diagnosis

What Kind of Back Problem Do You Have?

Find out how doctors diagnose back problems.

Tests

Back Pain Tests

Learn what to expect when you see your doctor about back pain.

Video: Back Pain EMG Test

This video walks you through an EMG test, which doctors may use for patients with back pain.

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A test that's been around since World War 2 is making a comeback. It could possibly help you to avoid back surgery.

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