While by far the most common causes of low back pain are related to the muscle or bone (that is, less worrisome causes from a diagnostic standpoint), it's important to remember the other …

Feb 15, 2012 · However, possible causes of acute low back pain (e.g., infection, tumor, osteoporosis, fracture, inflammatory arthritis) need to be considered based on the patient's …

Sep 8, 2016 · A detailed history and physical examination of the lumbar spine should be completed in all patients with low back pain. A systematic approach to the physical …

To adequately assess the back and neck, you must include the following exam components: Inspection – Assess the back and neck for signs of trauma, post-surgical scars, and signs of …

Diagnosis and treatment of low back pain: a joint clinical practice guideline from the American College of Physicians and the American Pain Society.

This discussion will focus on an approach to the initial evaluation, including diagnostic tests, of a patient presenting with low back pain in the primary care setting. The treatment of acute, …

Acute low back pain is commonly treated by family physicians. In most cases, only conservative therapy is needed. However, the history and physical examination may elicit warning signals...

In around 5-10% of people with low back pain, their pain may be associated with radicular features. [4] . When serious and specific causes of low back pain have been ruled out, …

Aug 26, 2017 · There are several clinical evaluation tests used to assess patients with low back pain. 1-Straight leg raising test: elevation of a painful limb causes sciatica and radicular pain. …

May 13, 2014 · When a patient complains of lower back pain, buttock pain, hip pain, etc, the physical exam should focus on the following “zones”: Use the “one finger rule”, i.e. use one …