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Spinal Injuries Flashcards

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What are common causes of back pain?

A 
Muscle or ligament strains
Fractures
Osteomyelitis (bone infection)
Degenerative joint/disk disease
Spondylolysis 
Bursitis/synovitis 
Disk herniation 
Tumor
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Hiw do patients present with disc herniation?

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Pain, tenderness of spine, and limited range of motion

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What is the prehospotal treatment for non-truamatic lower back pain?

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Symptom relief, directed at decreasing pain or discomfort

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