COMMON COMPLAINTS: LBP

Question 1

1wk hx of acute low back pain w/no red flags/no neurologic changes should be tx’d w/

Answer 1

ibuprofen

Question 2

42 yo M comes in w/RLBP that began 2 days after cleaning out his garage. It radiates down is R LE. No red flags. Straight leg positive on both sides. What is the most appropriate management?

Answer 2

This pt likely has a lumbar disc herniation. Pt can return to regular activities as tolerated.

Question 3

How do we manage ankle sprains?

Answer 3

If ottowa is negatory for xray, sprain can be managed conservatively. Ice. Compression. Elevation.