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Back pain is one of the most common types of pain that can be life-altering and debilitating. Knowing when it is time to see a spine specialist can be a bit confusing or concerning. <\/span><\/p>\n At Carolina Orthopaedic and Neurosurgical Associates (CONA), our Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Spine Specialists have extensive experience in properly diagnosing back pain. Patients are encouraged to use the information presented in the post to help them make their treatment decision.<\/span><\/p>\n Back pain presents in many forms and locations. Minor injuries and medical conditions that have not reached moderate to severe stages cause uncomfortable pain. Pain usually comes and goes and may improve with:<\/span><\/p>\n If pain and the injury or condition causing it is not treated, it may become worse. 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