title: Physical examination of the lumbosacral complex.
abstract: Examination is the foundation upon which effective treatment rests. The importance of a methodical step-by-step process is stressed. The manner in which the examination findings are used to assess the efficacy of the treatment techniques is illustrated. This paper outlines one method of examining the lumbosacral complex.
mesh_terms: D001416:Back Pain / Q000175:diagnosis*; D006801:Humans; D007596:Joints; D008161:Lumbosacral Region; D008487:Medical History Taking; D008722:Methods; D009068:Movement; D009460:Neurologic Examination; D010808:Physical Examination