Lumbar Spinal Stenosis 101 / 1 Credit

Learning Objectives:

1. Outline the most effective diagnostic tests for lumbar spinal stenosis
2. Compare the effectiveness of a structured, comprehensive conservative treatment program with a focus on self-management and improved walking ability (including lumbar manipulation, exercise and education) to a self-directed program in patients with neurogenic claudication due to lumbar spinal stenosis
3. Evaluate the effectiveness of three nonsurgical interventions on symptoms, physical function, and physical activity in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis
4. Assess the effectiveness of conservative non-pharmacologic therapies on pain and physical outcomes in patients with degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis
5. Summarize an updated clinical practice guideline on the nonsurgical management of lumbar spinal stenosis causing neurogenic claudication

Course Reviews:

1. Diagnostic Tests for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis +MP3 
2. Comprehensive Chiropractic vs. Self-Directed Care for Improving Walking Ability in Lumbar Spinal Stenosis +MP3
3. Effectiveness of Nonsurgical Treatment for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis – RCT +MP3
4. Conservative Therapies for Degenerative Lumbar Spinal Stenosis +MP3
5. Non-Surgical Interventions for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis – 2021 Clinical Practice Guideline +MP3 

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