EPISODE · Feb 22, 2023 · 11 MIN
Chronic Low Back Pain
from NPTE Clinical Files | Physical Therapy · host Kyle Rice
Janie is a 50-year-old female who presents with a complaint of chronic low back pain. On examination, the patient reports that she spends most of her day sitting at a desk for work and has limited physical activity. Which of the following is the most appropriate INITIAL recommendation: A. Referral to a pain management specialist for further evaluation B. Prescription of a strengthening program for the low back and core C. Recommendation for the use of a lumbar support cushion while sitting D. Recommendation for a program focused on improving posture and ergonomics LINKS MENTIONED: Did you get this question wrong?! If you were stuck between two answers and selected the wrong one, then you need to visit www.NPTEPASS.com, to learn about the #1 solution to STOP getting stuck. Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com
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Janie is a 50-year-old female who presents with a complaint of chronic low back pain. On examination, the patient reports that she spends most of her day sitting at a desk for work and has limited physical activity. Which of the following is the most appropriate INITIAL recommendation: A. Referral to a pain management specialist for further evaluation B. Prescription of a strengthening program for the low back and core C. Recommendation for the use of a lumbar support cushion while sitting D. Recommendation for a program focused on improving posture and ergonomics LINKS MENTIONED: Did you get this question wrong?! If you were stuck between two answers and selected the wrong one, then you need to visit www.NPTEPASS.com, to learn about the #1 solution to STOP getting stuck. Are you looking for a bundle of Coach K’s Top MSK Cheatsheets? Look no further: www.nptecheatsheets.com
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