Differential Diagnosis of the Spine - Thoracic and Thorax Region

Overview:

The third course in the 'Differential Diagnosis of the Spine' series deals with the thoracic spine and the diseases and conditions that can affect this region. Specific mandatory questions, red flags, and specific charts on signs and symptoms of diseases and conditions of the thoracic spine are presented. 

The Viscerogenic, Vasculogenic, and Spondylogenic issues for this region are outlined and discussed in detail.  

CPRs for Ankylosing Spondylitis and Vertebral Fractures are discussed along with the evidence. Abdominal palpation and chest expansion measurement are also outlined in this course.

Video Introduction:

Course Outline:

1. Introduction and Objectives
   1. Quick Review Signs and Symptom Charts
   2. Red Flags and Yellow Flags Specific issues
      
      
2. Mandatory questions for the Thoracic Region
   
   
3. Diseases that relate or refer to the Thoracic/Thorax
   1. Viscerogenic
   2. Cholecystitis
   3. Peptic Ulcer
   4. Esophagitis
   5. Pancreatic Cancer
   6.  Cardiac
   7. Aneurysm
   8. Pulmonary Conditions
   9. Pneumothorax
   10. Pleural Effusion
   11. Lung cancers
       
       
4. Spondylogenic   
   1. Multiple Myeloma
   2. Acute Thoracic Disc Herniation
   3. Vertebral Fracture
   4. Rheumatoid Arthritis
   5. Spinal Tuberculosis
   6. DISH: Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis
   7. Seronegative Spondyloarthropathies
      
      
5. Screening tools and Evidence
   1. Slump Test
   2. Kehr's Sign
   3. Murphy's Percussion
      
      
6. Clinical Prediction Rules and Evidence
   1. Ankylosing Spondylitis  
   2. Vertebral Compression Fractures
   3. Vertebral Percussion and Supine Lie Test
   4. Chest Expansion Measurement
   5. Abdominal Palpation
      
      
7. Summary

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify and describe two musculoskeletal issues of the thoracic region.
2. List one dural test that is used to evaluate the thoracic region which will assist in determining normal neuromeningeal pathway mobility.
3. List two CPR of the spine in the thoracic region that have good reliability and are effective in use.
4. List and describe two vascular diagnoses which may relate to Thoracic Spine referred pain.

Please note: Differential Diagnosis of the Spine is a course series for healthcare professionals that includes:

• Physical Diagnosis of the Spine
• Cranial, Cervical and Shoulder Region
• Thoracic and Thorax Region
• Lumbar Spine, Pelvis and Hip Region

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