Back pain in children and teenagers.

Controversial opinions have been published concerning the frequency of LBP among children and adolescents. Studies from orthopaedics or neurosurgical departments have reported low figures for prevalence of specific LBP due to serious disorders. Field surveys, on the contrary, have shown that cumulative life prevalence of non-specific LBP in children and teenagers can be comparable to the prevalence data for adult populations. Some specific diagnoses are more common or characteristic of children complaining of LBP. Age, gender, sports activities and family history of LBP have been found to be significantly associated with an increased prevalence in non-specific LBP among children. Low back pain among children and teenagers is common and should be recognized. This chapter provides guidelines for a clinical approach and differential diagnoses. Most back pain in these age groups is benign and should be treated as such.

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