Low Back Pain

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On 10/31/2016, the claimant complained of neck and upper back discomfort. She also presented with a low back pain. According to the provider, to restore a normal function and increased the range of motion, continued exercise was suggested.
On 11/14/2016, the claimant presented with a low back pain and neck soreness. It was noted that her upper back was much better. Neuromuscular exercises were recommended to further increase the range of motion and core stability. The claimant had a total of 6 completed sessions to date.

The Report dated 11/16/2016, stated that the claimant was doing better. According to the provider, thoracic stability and extension were needed.
On 11/30/2016, the claimant stated that she was 50% better. She also reported
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Upon assessment, she progressed with stabilization exercise and required continual cueing to engage abdominal muscles and serratus anterior.
On 01/13/2017, the claimant presented with low back pain. Her thoracic spine pain was much better. Upon assessment, the claimant gained a significant improvement as evidenced by a decreased pain following STM.

On 03/02/2017, the claimant presented with neck and thoracic spine pain rated at 7/10. She presented with some improvement. The plan of care included continued therapy to further increase the range of motion and spinal mobility.
The Physical Therapy Note dated 03/06/2017, stated that the claimant felt sick after her last physical therapy session. She also presented with soreness in her neck, upper trapezius, and mid back. According to the provider, the claimant had some thoracic mobility limitations. The claimant had great relief from the mobilizations.
On 03/08/2017, the claimant complained of pain in the mid-thoracic and pain at the base of the neck rated at 6/10. Upon assessment, it was noted that the claimant had a decreased pain following treatment and continued to have limited thoracic extension and rotation. Continued therapy was

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