Lumbar Spine Conditions Quiz
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What is the main function of the lumbar spine?

  • Enabling vision
  • Allowing for brain functions
  • Supporting the weight of the body (correct)
  • Surrounding and protecting the spinal cord

Which condition is NOT considered a specific lumbopelvic condition according to the text?

  • Facet arthritis
  • Muscle sprain
  • Radiculopathy
  • Scoliosis (correct)

What is 'Nociplastic Pain' according to the text?

  • Sharp, sudden pain due to trauma
  • Pain originating from structural impairments
  • Pain associated with neoplastic conditions
  • Persistent pain from altered nervous system perception (correct)

What is meant by 'central sensitisation' in relation to nociplastic pain?

<p>Altered nervous system function in nociplastic pain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a serious spinal pathology mentioned in the text?

<p>Muscle and joint sprain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In nociplastic pain, what differentiates it from other types of pain?

<p>It may persist despite complete healing of structural issues (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Mechanical Low Back Pain (MLBP) and Non-specific Low Back Pain (NS-LBP)?

<p>MLBP is associated with clear peripheral sensitization, while NS-LBP lacks structural impairments. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does NS-LBP differ from Mechanical Low Back Pain in terms of diagnosis?

<p>MLBP is diagnosed mainly based on symptoms, while NS-LBP does not exhibit clear structural impairments. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to distinguish between NS-LBP and MLBP in clinical practice?

<p>To provide appropriate treatment strategies tailored to the specific pain features. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which age group is most commonly affected by NS-LBP according to the text?

<p>Individuals between 35 and 55 years old (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can NS-LBP be classified based on the text provided?

<p>'Primary chronic pain' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of individuals experience radicular pain and radiculopathy according to Figure 12 in the text?

<p>5-10% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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