Overview
Spinal osteoarthritis, also known as spondylosis, is a degenerative condition affecting the facet joints and intervertebral discs of the spine. It is a common cause of chronic low back pain, particularly in older adults.Diagnosis
Diagnostic testing is not indicated for the majority of patients with low back pain 1.
Recommendations are provided for various diagnostic tests including roentgenograms (x-rays), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computerized tomography, and electromyography 1.Management
No management information was provided in the abstracts.Special Populations
No information on special populations was provided in the abstracts.Key Recommendations
Diagnostic testing is not indicated for the majority of patients with low back pain 1. (Evidence: Strong)
Recommendations are given for diagnostic tests such as roentgenograms, MRI, computerized tomography, and electromyography 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)References
1 Hegmann KT, Travis R, Belcourt RM, Donelson R, Eskay-Auerbach M, Galper J et al.. Diagnostic Tests for Low Back Disorders. Journal of occupational and environmental medicine 2019. link