How to Know When that Back Pain Warrants a Doctor Visit

From the USA Swimming website...
By Michele LaBotz, TrueSport Expert
Back pain can be scary for both an athlete and their caregiver. It often doesn't have a clearcut reason or explanation, which can feel frightening, and lingering back pain can be frustrating for an athlete who's in the middle of their season. Often, back pain resolves with simple active recovery, but sometimes, it can be more serious and require medical evaluation and intervention.