Greetings, aspiring orthopedic clinical specialists! In today's presentation, we delve into an in-depth thoracic spine scenario involving a 42-year-old female with thoracic spine pain, headaches, and bilateral upper extremity paresthesias. This case study will guide you through the clinical reasoning process, including differential diagnosis, key assessment techniques, and effective intervention strategies. Enhance your understanding of the thoracic spine and improve your preparation for the OCS exam with this detailed analysis!

Key Points:

Thoracic spine case scenario analysis

Clinical reasoning for the OCS exam

Interpretation of patient demographics

Assessment of thoracic spine pain and paresthesias

Differential diagnosis techniques

Effective treatment and intervention strategies