Acute low back pain and clinical guidelines by Dr Pearlson .K MPT ( Aus)

Initial reassurance, guidance to stay active and avoid bed rest, and provide guidance on self-management
Self-management can include self-exercises and education from reading booklets or being involved in online education for low back pain


Primary conservative physical treatment may include exercises, superficial heat, and manual therapy
Guidance to return to normal activities, or referral for guidance to return to normal activities, or referral for an individual or group exercise program @ Pearlson’s Pain Management & Wellness Centre

 

Pharmacological therapies include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and weak opioids for brief periods (paracetamol is not recommended)
– Progress should be reviewed in 7–14 days

Tests to be covered in a regular health check up:

  • General physical exam

  •  Lipid profile kidney function tests

  •  Liver function tests

  • Blood glucose

  • Urine examination

  • Complete blood count

Are you are a woman over 30? Go for

  • Pap smear test
  • Thyroid profile
  • Complete blood count
  • Vitamin b12 and folate
  • Vitamin d and calcium