Patterns in Lumbar/SI classification

Question 1

Treatment for immobilization classification

Answer 1

Trunk stability and strength training

Question 2

Treatment for Specific Exercise Classification Flexion Pattern

Answer 2

Flexion exercises of lumbar spine. Avoid extension

Question 2

Treatment for Specific Exercise Classification Extension Pattern

Answer 2

Extension exercises of lumbar spine. Avoid Flexion

Question 4

What are the positive signs for sacroiliac dysfunction

Answer 4

• Pelvic Asymmetry
• Standing/seated flexion test lumbar
• Gilet test

Question 5

Treatment for traction classification

Answer 5

Mechanical or Auto-traction

Question 6

Name the classification

Unilateral symptoms. No signs of nerve root compression. Asymetrical lumbar restrictions with sidebending and hypomobility

Answer 6

Mobilization

(Lumbar pattern)

Question 6

Name the classification

• Frequent previous episodes
• Positive response to prior manipulation or bracing
• Presence of instability or catching
• Lumbar hypermobility

Answer 6

Immobilization

Question 7

Name the classification

• Radicular symptoms
• Unable to centralize with repeated movements
• Lateral Shift deformity

Answer 7

Traction

Question 9

Name the classification

• Prefers standing over sitting
• Centralization of symptoms with extension

Answer 9

Specific Exercise

(Extension Pattern)

Question 10

Name the classification

• Patient prefers sittin vs standing
• Centralization of pain with flexion

Answer 10

Specific Exercise Pattern

(Flexion Pattern)

Question 11

Name the classification

• Unilateral symtoms
• No sign of nerve root compression
• Postitive signs for Sacroiliac dysfunction

Answer 11

Mobilization

(Sacroiliac Pattern)

Question 12

What are treatment options for a pattern with mobilization classification

Answer 12

• Joint mobilization
• Manipulization Techniques
• Spinal AROM exercise