Cervical Screening Procedure | Doctor's Life

Spine Compression Test (Back Pain) If you’re struggling with back pain, it’s helpful to get familiar with your pain and understand what triggers it. Many (but not all) low back injuries are due to compress, and you can carefully test yours like this: sit in a chair, grab the edges, slouch, and pull. If you feel pain in this test, it can be helpful to avoid deep forward flexion, jumping, and higher impact exercises in the short term - not forever. It’s also advised to commit to a daily, self-care