Keywords

ankylosing spondylitis, electrodiagnostic tests, low back pain (LBP), lumbar-disk herniations, nonspecific low back pain, radicular pain, sciatica, spinal infection

Authors

1. Pfieffer, Mary Lauren DNP, FNP-BC, CPN

Abstract

Abstract: Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most frequent patient complaints in primary care. Common LBP diagnoses include nonspecific LBP, radicular pain, lumbar-disk herniation, spinal infection, and ankylosing spondylitis. A thorough history and physical exam are imperative. LBP treatment is multifactorial and blends pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic approaches.