12/09/2025
🔍 Physiotherapy Red Flags – Lower Back Edition
While most cases of back pain improve with conservative management and physiotherapy, there are certain symptoms that should never be ignored.
🚩 Red flags can signal serious underlying conditions, including Cauda Equina Syndrome (CES) — a rare but critical emergency that can lead to permanent nerve damage if untreated.
Swipe through 👉 to learn:
✅ Key warning signs of CES
✅ Other spinal red flags to watch for
✅ When to refer or seek emergency care
As clinicians and patients, early recognition can make a life-changing difference.
🧠 Stay informed. Stay safe.
