In spite of the fact that most of today's workplaces are often very safety-conscious, on-the-job injuries remain a common problem. Although there are a wide variety of workplace accidents, injuries, and illnesses that are reported annually, back pain, strains, and other back conditions remain among the most frequently cited forms of on-the-job injuries. Unfortunately, these cases can often prove to be difficult to win, especially if the back injury in question is chronic and had a gradual onset, rather than being the result of a one-time accident that was witnessed by others in the workplace. For an employee with a work back injury that does not have a clear-cut cause, the task of providing evidence linking the injury to work-related activities can be especially challenging. In order to prove your case, it may be necessary to visit one or more specialists with advanced imaging capabilities to pinpoint the cause of your back pain and identify evidence of a work-related origin for the injury.