Question # 38

A 60-year-old woman presents with a history of chronic back pain. On physical examination, there is point tenderness over the L5 vertebra, but no neurological deficits. What is the most appropriate next step in evaluation?

Options:

A.

MRI of the spine

B.

CT scan of the spine

C.

X-ray of the spine

D.

Referral for physical therapy

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