A Differential Diagnosis Approach to the Examination and Treatment of the Lumbar Spine and SI Joint

Course overview

Back pain can result from poor biomechanics, a medical condition, or an injury. It can be so debilitating that it leads to loss of quality of life. Opioids are commonly prescribed to manage back pain; however, physical therapists and athletic trainers are skilled in evaluating and treating many underlying conditions that lead to back pain. Treatments can include conditioning, postural strengthening, manual therapy, and performance tasks. The therapist who takes this course will learn the most current evidence-based information and techniques used in the evaluation and treatment of the SI joint and lumbar spine in order to create optimal individualized treatment programs.