Nexus Group

Low Back Pain Exam, Tests,Treatment & Exercises Medical history Your doctor will first ask you many questions regarding the onset of the pain. (Were you lifting a heavy object and felt an immediate pain? Did the pain come on gradually?) He or she will want to know what makes the pain better or worse. The doctor will ask you questions referring to the red flag symptoms. He or she will ask if you have had the pain before. Your doctor will ask about recent illnesses and associ ated symptoms such as coughs, fevers, urinary difficulties, or stomach illnesses. In females, the doctor will want to know about vaginal bleeding, cramping, or discharge. Pain from the pelvis, in these cases, is frequently felt in the back. Physical examination • To ensure a thorough examination, you will be asked to put on a gown. The doctor will watch for signs of nerve damage while you walk on your heels, toes, and soles of the feet. Reflexes are usually tested using a reflex hammer. This is...

Back pain?lumbar corset/back support heps ??? The health benefits of a back support belt are recognised as part of workplace safety. Often, back support belts are required items for some roles as they ensure safe lifting practices are maintained in the workplace and that inappropriate bending does not occur. Back support belts often cover the body area from the abdomen, down the backside to the legs. The health benefits of a back support belt include the safe support of the core and lower body. This assists with maintaining good support for the whole body, while also enabling a full range of movement and a sense of flexibility.                                  The health benefits of a back support belt are often immediately recognised by the wearer, as there is a clear sense of stability and support that is felt when...