A 42-year-old professional golfer complains of chronic back pain for many years. His workup reveals that it is not the result of a degenerative disc problem. His back “goes out” about twice per year, and he is out of work for about a week each time. Which of the following should the clinician advise? Consider changing careers to something less physical. Start on a daily low-dose narcotic to take away the pain. Make an appointment with a neurosurgeon for a surgical consultation. Begin a plann...