Characteristics of low back pain in adolescent patients with early-stage spondylolysis evaluated using a detailed visual analogue scale.

Study Design: Retrospective comparative cohort study.

Objective: To elucidate the characteristics of low back pain (LBP) in adolescent patients with early-stage spondylolysis (ESS).

Summary Of Background Data: ESS is a common cause of acute LBP in adolescents.