Managing Chronic Low Back Pain in a Lifter

Course overview

Chronic low back pain is a common issue among lifters, often influenced by complex interactions between physical and psychological factors. This case study guides clinicians through the identification of triggers and vulnerabilities, addressing fear and maladaptive beliefs that can perpetuate pain. It covers the challenges of managing overload and underload cycles and provides strategies for goal-oriented rehabilitation. The importance of differential diagnoses, including non-specific low back pain, is highlighted, along with practical approaches for education, behavior change, and exercise regression and progression.