Case: Eva-May
Click on an investigation below.
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Lab tests
Plain x-ray Electrophysiologic tests (EMG/SEP) Lumbar CT-scan MRI Bone scan Thermography Myelography Discography No investigations |
May not be appropriate for Eva May (LBP> 1 month, Red Flag = age > 50). Her LBP is likely idiopathic. X-rays and spinal imaging tests are not recommended for the routine evaluation of patients unless a Red Flag indicating a serious problem is present. However, the back pain has remained for six weeks and you may now consider doing routine lab tests and/or x-rays. |
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