In episode 16 of season 5 of Inside the Science we’re highlighting the study, “The Relationship Between History and Physical Examination Findings and the Outcome of Electrodiagnostic Testing in Patients With Sciatica Referred to Physical Therapy” Dr. Nathan Savage. He shares what prompted this study, the results and association or lack of association with examination and patient history for patients with sciatica of electrodiagnostic testing with sciatica, how this should impact our care and education for our patients, the clinical implications and the big takeaways.
Season 5, Episode 14 with Nathan Savage; The prognostic value of electrodiagnostic testing in patients with sciatica receiving physical therapy
In episode 14 of season 5 of Inside the Science we’re highlighting the study, “The prognostic value of electrodiagnostic testing in patients with sciatica receiving physical therapy” Dr Nathan Savage. He shares some general understanding of electrodiagnostic testing, common electrodiagnostic testing changes with radiculopathy and expected test results over time in this population, elaboration of the extension-based care given, how this study may help for treatment decision making, whether conservative or interventional care, the clinical implications and the big takeaways.