Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA and Body Logic Physiotherapy are pleased to offer this clinical education event on the management of persistent low back pain (LBP). This seminar is the second in a 3-part education series on musculoskeletal conditions, including: OA Knee (Part 1, Jun21); and Shoulder Pain (Part 3, Nov21).

When: Saturday 18th September 2021, 8am – 11:30am

Where: Wyllie Arthritis Centre, 17 Lemnos Street, Shenton Park WA

PROGRAM  Facilitated by Dr Joe Kosterich, GP

• Person-centred approach to managing LBP
  Dr JP Caneiro, Specialist Sports Physiotherapist
• Efficacy of medicines, injections and other procedures in the management of persistent LBP
  Dr Reza Feizerfan, Pain Medicine Specialist
• Psychological approaches for people with persistent LBP
  Dr Rob Schutze, Clinical Psychologist
• Surgery for spinal pain: indications and common procedures
  Dr Siamak Seresti, Orthopaedic Spinal Surgeon

LEARNING OUTCOMES

1.  Discuss current evidence-based management strategies for persistent low back pain.

2.  Discuss different options for a patient with persistent low back pain based on the biopsychosocial model including: exercise, relaxation, psychological support.

3.  Apply up to date evidence to inform patient discussions about the person-centered management of low back pain.

4. Identify the indications for referral to a spinal surgeon.

5. Explain common surgical procedures used in the management of low back pain.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Currently registered GPs, Nurses, Allied Health Professionals. Your AHPRA number is required with registration. Please phone 9388 2199 if you are registered through a different professional entity.

REGISTRATION IS ESSENTIAL by Tuesday 14^th September
Limited places. Please register to confirm your place.

For enquiries call Clara on 9388 2199 or email clarac@arthritiswa.org.au