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1
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what are some questions to ask if someone has a spinal tumor

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  • history cancer? (what type)

- recently lost weight, even though you have not been attempting to eat less or exercise more? (how much)

2
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what are the criteria for cancer in patients

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over 50
history cancer
unexplained weight loss
failed to improve with PT

3
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what are some additional questions for a spinal infection

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  • recently had a fever?
  • taken antibiotics or medicines for infections?
  • diagnosed with an immunosuppressive disorder
  • does your pain ease when in a comfy position?
4
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what are some questions to ask about a spine fracture

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  • recently had major trauma, MVA, or a fall?
  • have you had a medical practitioner tell you you have osteoporosis or other weak bone disorders like hyperparathyroidism, renal failure, chronic GI disorders, long term corticosteroids?
5
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questions to ask about caudal equina

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  • noticed a recent onset or difficulty with retaining urine, or starting the flow?
  • noticed recent need to urinate more frequently?
  • noticed a recent onset of numbness in the area of your bottom where you sit on a bike seat?
  • legs become weak while walking or climbing stairs?
6
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what are some others areas you need to rule out when dealing with LBP

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GI, urogenital, vascular system

7
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how do you screen for colon cancer

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  • older than 50
  • history of colon cancer in immediate family member
  • bowel disturbances (rectal bleeding or black stools)
  • unexplained weight loss
  • back or pelvic pain that is unchanged by position or movement.