Back pain

Most low back pain is mechanical and resolves within 4–6 weeks with activity modification, NSAIDs, heat, and targeted physical therapy. Clindle evaluates back pain over video, prescribes non-controlled muscle relaxants (cyclobenzaprine, methocarbamol) and NSAIDs, orders imaging when red flags appear, writes PT referrals, and coordinates orthopedics or pain management for refractory cases. Red flags requiring in-person care: leg weakness, numbness in the groin, loss of bladder or bowel control, fever, IV drug use, cancer history, or trauma.