Back pain Flashcards

1
Q

Nerve root pain is associated with _____ and ______ loss.

A

motor and sensory

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2
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What needs to be inquired about in patients with non-mechanical back pain, if severe and not improved on lying down?

A
Hx of HIV, TB
IV drug abuse
Cancer (past or present)
recent trauma 
osteoporosis
long term steroid use
prolonged early morning joint st
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