If you’ve ever felt that sharp, stabbing pain in your lower back, you’re in good company. Acute low back pain — or pain lasting less than 3 months — is one of the top reasons Malaysians see their general practitioner or GP. Back pain can stop you in your tracks but rushing for an MRI or a “quick fix” often makes things worse.

Consultant orthopaedic surgeon from School of Medicine, IMU University, A/Prof Dr Sanjiv Rampal explains why most cases of acute low back pain heal best with movement, simple medication, and patience. Here’s how evidence-based treatment gets you back on your feet faster, safer, and smarter.

Learn more at Stop Stressing, Start Moving: Why Your Best Option for Acute Back Pain Isn’t Always an MRI (Health Today, 6 November 2025).