How long should back pain last before seeing a doctor?

Most back pain will go away after a few days, but if you've been feeling pain for more than a week, it's time to call a doctor. The doctor will do whatever tests or tests are needed to help get to the bottom of the pain before it becomes a major problem. As with many health problems, prevention and early treatment of problems are critical. With convenient locations across the state, the UM spine network has the region's leading surgeons and spine specialists, who can help you identify the source of pain and put an end to it once and for all.