Low Back pain Flashcards
Which area is within the Lower back
From the 12th rib to the iliac crest, it also includes the sacral lumbar region
The inability to move the lower back would indicate?
Kidney Deficiency
Which organ should we rule out first
Kidney
Lumbar pain with soreness heaviness with a cold feeling which is alleviated by warmth at the affected area, stiffness of the muscle, in the dorsolumbar region, limitation of extension and flexion pain radiating downwards to the buttocks and lower limbs. Pain no better after rest and aggravated on rainy days
Cold Damp
POT for Cold Damp
Eliminate cold damp, warm the meridian and circulate the collaterals
Lumbar pain with burning or hot sensation at the affected area which is aggravated by pressure, bitter taste in the mouth, dark yellowish yrine or frequent urination in the urethra and dribbling of urine.
Damp Heat
Fixed lumbar pain with rigidity of movement that is aggravated by pressure or movement. Limitation of movement or hematuria may have injury history
Qi and Blood stagnation
List the 4 patterns for LBP
Cold Damp
Damp Heat
Qi and Blood stagnation
Kidney Xu