5 Questions
What are some red flags of low back pain in elderly?
Back pain associated with fever & chills, Pain extending to the thoracic region, Nocturnal pain, Unexplained weight loss, Refractory pain in spite of proper medications, Loss of control of the bowel or bladder, Weakness or numbness in the leg or arm, Foot drop, disturbed gait, Saddle anaesthesia, History of Malignancy (prostate, renal, breast or lung), History of trauma, Steroids or Immunosuppressive use
What are some common metastatic sources of low back pain?
Prostate, kidney, breast, and lungs
What percentage of causes of LBP presented to primary care physicians are attributed to spinal tumors?
Less than 1%
What are the common symptoms associated with spinal tumors?
Pain extending to the thoracic region, Nocturnal pain, Unexplained weight loss, Refractory pain in spite of proper medications, Loss of control of the bowel or bladder, Weakness or numbness in the leg or arm, Foot drop, disturbed gait, Saddle anaesthesia, History of Malignancy (prostate, renal, breast or lung), History of trauma, Steroids or Immunosuppressive use
What is the vast majority of spinal tumors related to?
Metastasis
Test your knowledge about musculoskeletal disorders (MSKDs) and their impact on the elderly population. Learn about the prevalence of MSKDs and the common issue of low back pain in older adults.
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