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Neck and back pain, radiculopathy, kyphotic posture, dry needling myofascial release, McKenzie method
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Outpatient Management Of Low Back And Neck Pain With Radicular Symptoms, Riley Ryan
Outpatient Management Of Low Back And Neck Pain With Radicular Symptoms, Riley Ryan
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Background and Purpose. Neck and back pain are very prevalent in the world today. This pain can range mild to debilitating. The purpose of this case study is to examine the use of physical therapy for patients with neck and back pain.
Case Description. A 49 year old female with neck and back pain with radiculopathy. The patient presented with decreased cervical range of motion, kyphotic posture with rounded shoulders and forward head and was seen for a total of six weeks. (20 visits).
Intervention. The treatment of the patient involved education on posture/body mechanics/exercises, manual therapy techniques, modalities …