Back pain, pelvic pain are two of the most common problems which are presented to orthopedic and spine specialists. There are various diagnostic tests and treatments that are recommended for patients with spine complaints. However, sometimes these tests can have very less importance and hence they put a burden on both clinicians and patients. Following are the few recommendations from North American Spine Society regarding spine disorders.
Upper and lower back pain along with pelvic (waist) pain are the most common presentations orthopedic and spine surgeons come across. Almost all the presentations of back pain are due to various disorders of the spine and require thorough investigation. However, quite often the disorders can be diagnosed easily without extensive examinations. The recommendations from North American Spine Society reflect on the problem of over-testing and…
