Low Back Pain - Clinical Assessment and Treatment

CEU Course Outline

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Content:
  • Welcome and course overview.
  • Objectives and importance of understanding the integration of physical therapy.

Section 1: Background and Relevance to Physical Therapy

• Total Duration: 30 minutes

  • Background and Relevance to Physical Therapy (20 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Overview of the condition or topic.
      • Importance and impact on physical therapy practice.
      • Current trends and research findings relevant to the field.

  • Key Words (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Introduction to essential terminology related to this section.
      • Definitions and explanations of key concepts.

  • Summary (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Recap of key points and takeaways from Section 1.
      • Emphasis on the significance for physical therapy.

Section 2: History and Clinical Assessment

• Total Duration: 30 minutes

  • History and Clinical Assessment (20 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Techniques for obtaining a detailed patient history.
      • Clinical assessment strategies and tools.
      • Importance of a comprehensive evaluation.

  • Key Words (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Important terms related to history taking and clinical assessments.

  • Summary (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Summary of clinical assessment procedures and their relevance.
      • Key points and practical applications in physical therapy.

Section 3: Evaluation

• Total Duration: 30 minutes

  • Evaluation (20 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Detailed process of evaluating patient data.
      • Use of assessment findings to inform treatment planning.
      • Incorporation of evidence-based practices in evaluations.

  • Key Words (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Key terminology related to evaluation processes.
      • Explanation of relevant evaluation metrics and concepts.

  • Summary (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Recap of evaluation processes and critical considerations.
      • Summary of how evaluations guide therapy interventions.

Section 4: Treatment

• Total Duration: 30 minutes

  • Treatment (20 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Strategies and interventions used in physical therapy.
      • Tailoring treatment plans to individual patient needs.
      • Monitoring and adjusting treatment based on patient progress.

  • Key Words (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Important terms related to treatment strategies and interventions.

  • Summary (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Summary of treatment approaches and their applications.
      • Key takeaways for developing effective treatment plans.

Case Study 1

• Total Duration: 15 minutes

  • Presentation and Analysis (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Introduction to the case study and its context.
      • Overview of the patient's condition and treatment history.

  • Reflection Questions (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Questions designed to provoke thought and reflection.
      • Encouragement to apply theoretical knowledge to the case.

  • Responses (5 minutes)

    • Content:
      • Discussion of possible responses and insights.
      • Sharing different perspectives and solutions.

Conclusion (5 minutes)

• Content:
  • Recap of the course content and key learning objectives.
  • Final thoughts on integrating knowledge into practice.
  • Encouragement for continued education and application.

References (not timed)

• Content: List of references and resources for further reading.

Instructional Level: Intermediate