L03 History Taking for Musculoskeletal Disorders

• Aims - To Identify Causes

• Screening Questions

  

  1. Back as a Joint must not be forgotten
  2. Fine Motor - UL
  3. Lower Limb Function

• Typical Presentation:

General Approach

Pain Questions:

• Knee Structures
• Additional
• Trauma Questions

Classification

• Localised
• Systemic - Prominent joint features
• Non-Rheumatological

Impact

• Limitation of Activities
• Time off work
• Hygiene
• Support/Aid devices
• Psychological