Complex Lumbar Spine Presentations: Advanced Differential Diagnosis for Physiotherapists

This online physiotherapy CPD webinar provides an in-depth exploration into the accurate differential diagnosis of lumbar spine conditions. Participants will learn to differentiate between both musculoskeletal and systemic causes of low back pain, enhancing diagnostic precision and clinical reasoning. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical imaging interpretation, attendees will refine their assessment and management strategies for complex lumbar spine presentations.

Learning Objectives

• Accurately diagnose and differentiate common and uncommon lumbar spine pathologies, including spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and rheumatic spinal conditions.
• Improve diagnostic accuracy using imaging modalities such as X-ray and MRI.
   
• Confidently integrate evidence-based practice guidelines into patient assessment and management.
   
• Enhance clinical reasoning and decision-making skills for complex lumbar spine presentations.
   
• Demonstrate improved diagnostic and management strategies immediately following the webinar.

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Identify and differentiate common and uncommon lumbar spine pathologies, including spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and rheumatic conditions.
    
2. Interpret imaging findings (X-ray, MRI) to support accurate diagnosis of lumbar spine disorders.
    
3. Apply evidence-based guidelines in the assessment and management of patients with low back pain.
    
4. Enhance clinical reasoning and decision-making when managing complex lumbar spine presentations.
    
5. Implement improved diagnostic and management strategies immediately in clinical practice.

CPD Credit Hours

1.5 Hours

Who Should Enroll

• Physiotherapists 
• Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Specialists 
• Sports Physiotherapists
•  Orthopaedic Physiotherapists 
• Chiropractors 
• Osteopaths 
• Manual Therapists Rehabilitation Specialists 
• Pain Management Practitioners 
• Occupational Therapists (working in musculoskeletal/rehab settings)

Resources

• CPD Certificate

Course Presenter

Dr. Rina Pandya PT DPT FHEA PGLTHE

Dr. Rina Pandya is a highly experienced physical therapist with a diverse international background. She earned her entry-level degree from the School of Allied Health Sciences Manipal, India, and her post-professional doctoral degree from the University of Michigan-Flint.

With extensive clinical experience across India, Oman, the UK, and the USA, Dr. Pandya brings a rich, global perspective to her teaching. Her leadership roles in rehabilitation management and commitment to lifelong learning are reflected in her credentials, including a Fellowship in Higher Education (FHEA) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (PGLTHE).

Her evidence-informed teaching and practical insights empower clinicians to improve diagnostic precision and deliver high-quality patient care.

Disclaimer: Our online physiotherapy CPD courses meet the criteria and guidelines for CPD (Continuing Professional Development). The CPD hours indicated on the certificate contribute towards fulfilling professional standards and requirements necessary for CPD audits conducted by the HCPC and AHPRA. These CPD hours are important for maintaining physiotherapy registration and ensuring compliance with the CPD audit and physiotherapy registration renewal processes. Our courses are recognized as valuable continuing education resources across the UK, Australia, New Zealand, and throughout Asia and the Middle East.