Since there are literally over a hundred physical examination techniques for the lumbar spine, I know that assessing a patient with low back pain (LBP) can be quite challenging. However, I want [...]
For decades, healthcare providers such as PTs have been advising people with low back pain (LBP) to sit up tall, not slouch, not twist, and to avoid excessive lumbar flexion. Sadly after decades [...]
After an acute painful soft-tissue injury, why do some fully recover while others go on to develop persistent pain despite the resolution of the original injury? That is certainly a complex [...]
Over the last several decades, the use of opioids has increased dramatically as millions of adults are prescribed long-term opioid therapy for their chronic pain. Due to their potential adverse [...]
I have heard of PTs who are adamant about ultra-sounding patients with acute & chronic low back pain (LBP). Do some just wish to ignore conclusions by the Cochrane review board? “The evidence [...]
How I wish my VOMIT poster was no longer needed! This recent study (Rajasekaran et al 2021) investigated the difference in patient outcomes when those with low back pain were randomized to [...]
A person hurts their back, waits a couple of days and then decides to go to see their family doctor. They are most likely prescribed NSAIDs and then either referred to PT or told to wait a few [...]
You see a patient who tells you that they’ve had 5 years of low back pain (LBP); based on the latest evidence what’s your best management strategy? (A) The McKenzie approach that focuses on [...]
