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A 42-year-old man presents with low back pain that started 3 days ago after lifting a heavy box. He has no fever, weight loss, history of cancer, IV drug use, neurologic deficit, or bladder/bowel dysfunction. Straight leg raise is negative. What is the most appropriate next step?

MRI of the lumbar spine Plain radiographs of the lumbar spine Reassurance, NSAIDs, and continued activity as tolerated Refer to spine surgery

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Reassurance, NSAIDs, and continued activity as tolerated

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