Low Back Pain + Techniques for People Who Do Not Do OMT

Learning Objectives:

• Talk about barriers to OMT in the clinical setting.
• ◦ Define the epidemiology, natural course of, and pathophysiology of persistent low back pain.
• ◦ Discuss osteopathic diagnosis and treatment to of somatic dysfunction involving the sacrum, pelvis, and lumbar regions.
• ◦ Implement evidence-based medicine in the care of patients with low back pain.

Accreditation Statement for DOCME programs:

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). The Mississippi Osteopathic Medical Association (MOMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.

Disclosure:  

Drs. Carrisa Rosten and Kristi Petree have no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this program or presentation. 

Grievance Statement:

All grievances may be directed to MOMA's Executive Director at info@moma-net.org. All grievances will receive an initial response within 30 days of receipt.  If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint to the Bureau of Osteopathic Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.