Clinical Presentation & Protocol
Patient Usually Complains Of
Patient presents with chronic low back pain, exacerbated by extension and prolonged standing. Reports intermittent radicular symptoms in the lower extremities, numbness, or claudication-like symptoms.
Clinical Examination Findings
Patient is alert and oriented, in no acute distress. General musculoskeletal alignment appears within normal limits except for localized lumbar findings.
Treatment Protocol
Conservative management initiated: physical therapy for core stabilization, NSAIDs, and activity modification. If failed, consider epidural steroid injections or surgical consultation for decompression/fusion.