What are the signs and symptoms of low back strains and sprains and how do we assess (diagnose) a client with this condition?

Signs and symptoms: Low back strains and sprains present a similar clinical picture. The client/patient will have low back pain and spasming, and these symptoms will increase with motion. Most problematic is flexion (bending over) because this places a tension …

What are the signs and symptoms of and how do we assess (diagnose) De Quervain’s syndrome?

Signs and Symptoms: The signs and symptoms of De Quervain’s syndrome (De Quervain’s disease) follow from the pathophysiology. Inflammation is present and can often be visualized and palpated. This inflammation causes tenderness and therefore pain with palpation. Further, the bellies …