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131. 5 Red Flags You Don't Want to Miss in Low Back Pain

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In this episode of the PT Snacks podcast, we discuss five critical red flags that physical therapists and students must identify in patients presenting with low back pain. These include cauda equina syndrome, metastatic cancer to the spine, spinal infections, vertebral compression fractures, and abdominal aortic aneurysms. We emphasize the importance of recognizing these symptoms early to refer patients to appropriate specialists promptly, potentially saving lives. 

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview

00:42 Five Red Flags in Low Back Pain

01:18 Cauda Equina Syndrome

02:46 Cancer and Metastatic Disease

04:13 Spinal Infections

05:11 Vertebral Compression Fractures

06:38 Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

07:37 Conclusion and Additional Resources

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