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LOW BACK PAIN CONTINUED
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Preceptor Directive:
• Blue Directive: Contact Preceptor Immediately for approval if considering
battlefield acupuncture (BFA)
• Green Directive: Routine Review by Preceptor IAW AFI 44-103 if not
considering battlefield acupuncture (BFA)
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