Quiz: Lumbar Spine Anatomy and Common Conditions

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What is considered an important 'yellow flag' for the development of chronic or persistent NS-LBP?

Balanced diet

High caffeine consumption

Physical inactivity (correct)

Regular exercise

Which tool is often used at the early stage of clinical assessment to identify clients at risk of developing chronic LBP?

Temperature measurement tool

Blood pressure monitor

Central Sensitisation Inventory (CSI) (correct)

Stethoscope

What is one of the biological comorbidities associated with the development of NS-LBP?

Hypertension

Obesity (correct)

Vitamin C deficiency

Regular exercise routine

Which factor is NOT considered a psychological or cognitive-behavioral risk factor for chronic NS-LBP?

Positive coping strategies Signup and view all the answers

What is the age range associated with an increased risk of developing NS-LBP?

18 to 25 years Signup and view all the answers

Which social factor is NOT linked to an increased risk of developing chronic LBP?

High socioeconomic status Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the lumbar spine?

Supports the weight of our body Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a condition that can affect the lumbar spine?

Shoulder dislocation Signup and view all the answers

What is Non-specific low back pain (NS-LBP) defined as?

Chronic back pain not attributed to certain spinal conditions Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Nociplastic Pain' refer to?

Persistent pain even after complete healing and recovery Signup and view all the answers

What is 'central sensitisation' in the context of nociplastic pain?

Altered nervous system function in nociplastic pain Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following features is specific to 'Nociplastic Pain'?

'Nociplastic Pain' persists even after complete healing and recovery Signup and view all the answers

Which term is often used interchangeably with 'NS-LBP' in musculoskeletal practice?

Mechanical Low Back Pain Signup and view all the answers

What does Mechanical Low Back Pain typically refer to?

Symptoms of low back pain with clear structural impairments Signup and view all the answers

Why is it recommended to differentiate muscle, joint, and disc dysfunction related mechanical pain?

To clarify the structural impairments in clients with low back pain Signup and view all the answers

What age group is NS-LBP most common in?

Between 35 and 55 years old Signup and view all the answers

In the context of primary chronic pain, which one of the following is defined as pain that persists or recurs for longer than three months?

Primary Chronic Pain Signup and view all the answers

What type of activities are common physical risk factors for NS-LBP?

Repetitive stress activities like lifting and bending Signup and view all the answers

'Primary Chronic Pain' is characterized by significant emotional distress and:

Reduced participation in social roles Signup and view all the answers

'NS-LBP' does not exhibit structural underlying impairments in clients with low back pain compared to:

'Mechanical Low Back Pain' Signup and view all the answers

According to the text provided, what is one thing that makes differentiating muscle, joint, and disc dysfunction related mechanical pain difficult at times?

Varying levels of inconsistency in descriptions Signup and view all the answers

What is NS-LBP classified as?

Primary chronic pain Signup and view all the answers