Summary
This course provides a practical and rigorous approach based on the IFOMPT (2020) framework for screening red flags associated with spinal disorders. It covers in detail the main red flags related to serious spinal pathologies, including cauda equina syndrome, spinal fractures, cancers, and infections.
Participants will learn to identify relevant risk factors, signs, and symptoms to determine the level of concern regarding the potential presence of a serious pathology. They will also develop essential skills to make appropriate clinical decisions.
The course includes practical case studies, allowing participants to apply their knowledge in real clinical situations. The focus is on analyzing patients’ clinical profiles and making informed decisions regarding treatment or medical referral.
Objectives
- Identify the risk factors, signs, and symptoms (red flags) associated with major spinal pathologies
- Determine the level of concern regarding the presence of a red flag (serious pathology) based on the red flags and the patient’s clinical profile
- Analyze the clinical profile to know when to treat, monitor, or refer the patient for medical investigations
Course Content
Target professionals
Content is not intended for use outside the scope of the learner’s license or regulation. Continuing education courses should not be taken by people who are not licensed or regulated.This does not apply when they are part of a specific plan of care. By participating in this course, the participant agrees to respect his/her professional scope of practice.
Nice review -especially like the data about prevalence of serious red flags