Educational material of Digi4MSK – Volume 2: Red flags: Implications for patient management and self-management

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Authors: Victor Doménech‐García, Julia Blasco-Abadía, Kieran O'Sullivan, Lara M. Coyne, Mary O’Keeffe, Nathan Skidmore, Zsófia Nagy, Thorvaldur Skuli Palsson, Steffan Wittrup Christensen, Alice Baroncini, Domenico Compagnone, Pedro L. Berjano
+2 more Lisa Zauber, Pablo Bellosta López
DOI: 10.54391/20.500.14888/1928
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Abstract

This volume summarizes red flags in musculoskeletal presentations and their implications for clinical reasoning before initiating self-management. It highlights red flags for the spine and limbs, clarifies thresholds for escalation and referral, and supports safe decision making. Tables and concise checklists facilitate rapid use in clinical settings.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation Musculoskeletal Disorders and Rehabilitation Clinical Reasoning and Diagnostic Skills

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Journal / source
Universidad San Jorge eBooks
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book