An evaluation of prompt access to physiotherapy in the management of low back pain in primary care

Family Practice
Mark A PinningtonI M Stanley

Abstract

Disability arising from low back pain (LBP) is a growing problem. Current primary care management of LBP has been criticized for its mechanistic basis and for delays in gaining access to specialist advice. Among recent recommendations made for improved management are functional explanatory models, a rehabilitative approach and early access to physical therapy. It is not known if these recommendations can be implemented in mainstream primary care. The purpose of our study was to examine the feasibility, acceptability and component costs of providing a prompt access physiotherapy service for new episodes of LBP in primary care; to describe outcomes and compare them with other published interventions; and to explore the influence of the service on GPs' approach to LBP. Back pain clinics staffed by a physiotherapist were established in a group of demographically representative practices in a typical UK health authority. Adult patients with a new episode of LBP referred by their GPs were managed in accordance with recent recommendations. Data on pain, disability and well-being were collected at recruitment and some 12 weeks later. Patient diaries and interviews with GPs before and after the study provided qualitative data. Comparati...Continue Reading

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