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The lumbar spine is one of the most common areas physiotherapists treat. [[Back School|Low back pain]] is the leading cause of injury and disability worldwide, and presents a huge economic burden to society<ref>Back Education Program. (2020, December 20). ''Physiopedia,'' . Retrieved 22:51, April 21, 2021 from https://www.physio-pedia.com/index.php?title=Back_Education_Program&oldid=262713.</ref>. Part of the reason for this is that many back pain complaints remain unresolved and poorly managed, and this may be due to many factors. This can become even more confusing when a patient is unsure about the history of their condition and the exact cause of their concern. It therefor essential for a physiotherapists to have the skills to clear the lumbar spine effectively. We all know that the lumbar spine can refer symptoms to other areas of the body, particularly the leg. There are also cases where lumbar spine symptoms may be produced by other areas, making the clinical picture that the patient is presenting with confusing. | |||
== Getting In The Right Area == | == Getting In The Right Area == | ||
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
The lumbar spine is one of the most common areas physiotherapists treat. Low back pain is the leading cause of injury and disability worldwide, and presents a huge economic burden to society[1]. Part of the reason for this is that many back pain complaints remain unresolved and poorly managed, and this may be due to many factors. This can become even more confusing when a patient is unsure about the history of their condition and the exact cause of their concern. It therefor essential for a physiotherapists to have the skills to clear the lumbar spine effectively. We all know that the lumbar spine can refer symptoms to other areas of the body, particularly the leg. There are also cases where lumbar spine symptoms may be produced by other areas, making the clinical picture that the patient is presenting with confusing.
Getting In The Right Area[edit | edit source]
Types of Pain when looking at clearing the Lumbar Spine[edit | edit source]
Obvious Spinogenic
Not Obvious Spinogenic
Body chart helps us to clear out the involved areas in the body that are involved. You can also use the body chart to identify areas that may be problematic but not a current issue. This way, it may elude to a possible link between a peripheral symptom and a spinal issue. The body chart can also highlight peripheral neurological symptoms, and depending on the exact presentation, may lead towards obvious lumbar links.
Obviously not Spinogenic
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Back Education Program. (2020, December 20). Physiopedia, . Retrieved 22:51, April 21, 2021 from https://www.physio-pedia.com/index.php?title=Back_Education_Program&oldid=262713.
