History and Physical Examination for the Interventional Pain Physician Course

History and Physical Examination for the Interventional Pain Physician Course is organized by International Pain & Spine Intervention Society (IPSIS).

Original Release Date: 08/03/2021
Renewal Date: 08/03/2024
Expiration Date: 08/04/2027

Educational Objectives:
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Identify the shortcomings and strengths of the physical exam as a diagnostic screening tool;
• Discuss the evidence-base behind physical examination for spine pathology;
• Describe the sensitivity and specificity of provocation tests that are used to screen for pain generators in the cervical and lumbosacral spine;
• Apply specific provocation tests to screen for lumbosacral and cervical procedures;
• Perform technically correct lumbosacral and cervical physical exam tests that are used to screen for interventional spine procedures.