Introduction

Treating the lumbar spine can be complex. It can be difficult to know when to apply the techniques you have been taught and how to adapt your plan if the outcome is not as predicted. As will be highlighted in this course, it is important to be as specific as possible, make sure tests are reproducible and watch how test results change over time. While there are many different treatment options for low back pain, this course looks at the treatment-based classification system and specifically at how repeated movements, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation, and lumbar traction can be applied in clinical practice.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course you will be able to:

• discuss three rehabilitation approaches for low back pain described by Alrwaily et al. (2016)
• identify at least three ways active range of motion exercises can be incorporated into the treatment of individuals with low back pain
• describe the application and key benefits of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation and lumbar manual traction for individuals with low back pain

Target audience

This course is aimed at Physiotherapy and Physical Therapy clinicians, students and assistants. Other interested professionals such as athletic trainers, occupational therapists, nurses or medical doctors interested in this subject are also invited to participate.

Practicalities

• Availability - this course is online and can be completed on your own schedule.
• Hours of Learning - No deadlines are applied to this course and it can be started and completed in your own time according to your personal schedule. We expect the required elements to take around 1.5-2 hours depending on your schedule and learning style. Additionally there are many optional resources provided and if you choose to review these the course could take longer to complete.
• Types of Activities - This course includes instructional and/or practical videos, reading activities, AI supported learning activities, reflection, evaluation forms, a quiz and additional resources.
• Certificates - At the end of the course, when you have completed all of the required elements, you will be able to download a certificate of completion and 1.5 Plus points will be added to your personalised learning dashboard.

Instructor financial and non-financial disclosures

No relevant relationships disclosed by instructor.

Accessibility and Non-Discrimination Policy

Physiopedia Plus is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible learning environment for all participants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, disability, military status, sexual orientation or age in any aspect of our continuing education services. We are dedicated to ensuring that all learners can fully participate in our programmes. Participants who require accommodations or have special needs are encouraged to contact us with details so that we can make all reasonable efforts to meet these requirements.