Lower Back Pain Low back muscle strain related to lifting
Plan
Refer to physical therapy Review body mechanics Advil prn as needed, Discuss exercise and weight bearing exercises Return to clinic if symptoms worsen
Provide Ms. Jones with materials detailing stretching techniques the lower back. • Initiate treatment with ibuprofen 600 mg by mo every six to eight hours with food as needed for pain for the next weeks. She may use acetaminophen 500-1000 mg by mouth eve hours for breakthrough pain. • Ms. Jones can also use adjunct therapy of topical heat or ice per comfort TID-QID. • Educate on proper body mechanics and lifting techniques. • Educate on whe seek emergent care including loss of bowel or bladder function, acute changes in sensation of lower extremities, or limitations in movement of lower extremities. • Return to clinic in two weeks fo follow up and evaluation of symptoms.
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