Lumbar Assessment
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Original Editors - Ben Vandoorne
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Subjective[edit | edit source]
Patient Intake[edit | edit source]
- Self‐report
- Performance‐based outcome measures
- Region‐specific historical examination
Special Questions
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- Red Flags
- Yellow Flags
Investigations
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- Radiological Considerations
Objective[edit | edit source]
Observation[edit | edit source]
- Posture
- Movement Patterns
Functional Tests
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Palpation[edit | edit source]
- supine
- prone
- seated
Neurologic Assessment
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Movement Testing[edit | edit source]
- AROM, PROM, and Overpressure
- Passive Intervertebral Motion
- Muscle Strength
