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Lumbar derangement, sciatica, lumbar radiculopathy, disc bulge, disc herniation, low back pain.
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Outpatient Physical Therapy Management Of Patient With Severe Lumbar Derangement Including Relevant Lateral Shift And Radiculopathy, Brita R. Karolus
Outpatient Physical Therapy Management Of Patient With Severe Lumbar Derangement Including Relevant Lateral Shift And Radiculopathy, Brita R. Karolus
Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects
Background and Purpose.
This case describes the 5 week outpatient Physical Therapy management of a 65 year old male with a lumbar radiculopathy and a relevant lateral shift. The patient presented with decreased lumbar range of motion, left sided paresthesia, an antalgic gait and severe pain.
Purpose. The purpose of this article is to describe the interventions used for this patient and the results of the interventions.
Description. The interventions for this patient included McKenzie techniques as well as some manual techniques.
Outcomes. Following the PT intervention, the patient achieved almost full active range of motion, good …