Low Back Pain

Part 1:

1. Identification of the Lower Back
1. Lumbar vertebrae
2. Intervertebral Disc
3. Spinal Cord
4. Small Joints
5. Muscles & Ligaments
2. Functions of the Lower Back
3. Commons Causes of Low Back Pain
4. Diagnosing Low Back Pain

Part 2:

1. Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
2. Osteoporosis of the Spine
3. Non-Specific Back Pain
4. Steps for Prevention and Relief of Low Back Pain

Part 3:

1. Treatment of Low Back Pain
1. Non-Surgical Therapy
2. Bed Rest
3. Exercise and Physical Therapy
4. Spinal Manipulation
5. Medications
2. Alternative Therapies
3. Surgical Therapy
4. Recent Development in Spinal Surgeries

Learning Objectives

1. Define low back pain.
2. Describe the prevalence of this condition within the U.S.
3. Identify the different causes of low back pain.
4. Describe some of the treatment approaches employed.
5. Discuss ways to prevent low back pain.