Physical Therapy Diagnosis and Management of Lumbar Spinal Instability: An Evidence-Based Approach

One of the clinical challenges for physical therapists is the identification and management of lumbar spinal stability. The purpose of this 3 hours course is to introduce an evidence-based clinical test and intervention for spinal instability patients.

1. Recognize the opioid crises in the USA.
2. Review the evidence-based process for spinal instability diagnosis, tests and measurement, intervention, and outcome.
3. Identify the best clinical test for diagnosis of spinal instability including sensitivity, specificity, and likelihood ratio
4. Demonstrate correct application of Passive Lumbar Extension (PLE) test.
5. Learn the difference between straight leg raising (SLR) test and slump test.
6. Identify at least 2 outcome tools to be use with spinal instability patients.
7. Appraise different interventions options.
8. Demonstrate appropriate application of a specific therapeutic intervention for spinal instability patients.