Table 3 Distribution of 63 patient responses for the signs and symptoms associated with their low back pain
Sign & Symptom reported by patient | Yes (%) | No (%) | Missing (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Duration of symptoms < 16 Days (item 9) | 41 (65.1) | 18 (28.6) | 4 (6.3) |
Pain improves with exercise, not rest (item 10) | 34 (54.0) | 26 (41.3) | 3 (4.8) |
Patient has acute condition (< 14 days) (item 11) | 42 (66.7) | 18 (28.6) | 3 (4.8) |
No symptoms in the lower extremities (item 12) | 16 (25.4) | 44 (69.8) | 3 (4.8) |
No symptoms distal to the knee (item 13) | 5 (7.9) | 55 (87.3) | 3 (4.8) |