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Checked: 23-08-2018 by Vicky Ryan Next Review: 23-08-2019

Back pain management in children

Refer to the Back Pain Management in Children document provided by Bristol Royal Hospital for Children.

These guidelines include assessment and management of children age under 16 years, presenting with back pain.

For advice on scoliosis please call the Paediatric Spinal Nursing Team with any queries relating to orthopaedic issues of the spine Monday – Friday on Tel.0117 342 6846.

For advice on referral to a physio please see the Paediatric Physiotherapy page.



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