Conservative Management Defined for imaging purposes Glossary of Medical Terms

Important Notes

Medical or Conservative Management prior to imaging requirement is satisfied if the following are met:

• 1. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for at least four weeks (Requirement is waived if NSAIDS are not tolerated or contraindicated, or if condition worsens while under treatment.)
• 2. Activity modification or physical therapy if appropriate

Red Flags Disregard any requirement for conservative management if any of the following are part of the clinical history:

• Abnormal CBC, Sed Rate, etc.
• Bladder and Bowel dysfunction
• Fever
• Cancer, History of Immunocompromised state
• IV drug use
• Major weakness of a limb
• Pain increased at rest
• Saddle anesthesia
• Trauma
• Unexplained weight loss
• Urinary tract infections