baastrups-disease
A 65-year-old retired builder presents with chronic low back pain that is worse when standing upright and extending his back. The pain is localized to the midline at the L4-L5 level. He gets relief when bending forward or sitting. Neurological examination is normal. **What is the MOST likely diagnosis based on this pain pattern?**
Mark each as TRUE or FALSE
Lumbar disc herniation
Lumbar spinal stenosis
Baastrup disease (kissing spine syndrome)
Facet joint arthropathy
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction
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Click T (True) or F (False) for each option