Plan the initial diagnosis and management of low back pain, particularly to assess for cauda equina or spinal nerve root damage.
CPD10.0 hours accredited learning
Learning formatSelf-paced online, start anytime
RecognitionDigital badge upon completion
Overview
The "Low Back Pain" course is designed for healthcare professionals looking to enhance their understanding of diagnosing and managing low back pain. The course covers epidemiology, anatomy, red flags, imaging techniques, and the most effective treatment options, from conservative management to surgical interventions. Through evidence-based practices and case discussions, participants will learn to identify serious conditions requiring urgent care, perform appropriate investigations, and provide holistic, patient-centered care. This course is ideal for practitioners seeking to improve outcomes for patients suffering from acute and chronic low back pain.
What you will learn
Recognise key clinical features and subtypes
Develop practical treatment plans using topical, systemic and procedural options
Identify triggers, patient factors and long-term management strategies
Apply evidence-based approaches in everyday clinical practice
Course contents
Meet your presenter
Dr Anoop Jalota
FRACGP MBBS
General practitioner
Dr Anoop Jalota is an experienced GP with international experience. He practises in Wollongong, since moving there from New Zealand, he is currently the Cluster Leader for the Central Illawarra area.
CPD hours
Education hours4.0
Reviewing performance hours6.0
Total CPD hours10.0
Accreditations
Royal Australian College of General Practitioners
Accreditation number:448711
Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine
Accreditation number:38549
Continue your learning
Our short courses provide focused, standalone learning. If you wish to deepen your expertise, you can stack them towards a broader certificate pathway.
Progress to the full certificate course
Certificate pathway
Professional Certificate of Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine
Gain the skills to diagnose and manage patients with musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries in primary care.
Certificate pathway
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