Back Pain
Virtual ER evaluates back pain via 24/7 telemedicine. Our physicians assess your symptoms through video, prescribe muscle relaxants or pain medication, and refer you to imaging or specialists if needed.
Symptoms We Treat
- Lower back pain
- Upper back pain
- Muscle spasms
- Stiffness or limited range of motion
- Pain radiating to legs
- Pain after lifting or activity
- Chronic or recurring back pain
How We Treat It
Our physician takes a detailed history of your pain including onset, location, and severity. Treatment may include muscle relaxants, anti-inflammatory medications, pain relievers, and guidance on stretching, posture, and activity modification. If imaging or specialist evaluation is needed, we provide referrals.
When to Seek Emergency Care
Seek emergency care for back pain with numbness or weakness in legs, loss of bladder or bowel control, pain after a fall or injury, or back pain with fever and chills (possible spinal infection).
Common Questions
Can Virtual ER treat back pain via telemedicine?
Virtual ER evaluates back pain via 24/7 telemedicine. Our physicians assess your symptoms through video, prescribe muscle relaxants or pain medication, and refer you to imaging or specialists if needed.
Do I need to download an app for a telemedicine visit?
No. Virtual ER telemedicine visits run through a web-based platform. No app download or account creation is required.
Can I get a prescription during my telemedicine visit?
Yes. If medication is appropriate, your prescription is sent electronically to the pharmacy of your choice — typically within minutes.
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