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What is the cost effective physiotherapy treatment option for neck pain? A comparative economic study

In 2007, a study led by M. Lewis and a team of researchers, the economic aspects of three physiotherapy treatments for non-specific neck disorders were thoroughly examined alongside a randomized trial. The study aimed to assess the cost-effectiveness and cost-utility of advice and exercise plus manual therapy (MT) and advice and exercise plus pulsed shortwave diathermy (PSWD), in comparison with advice and exercise alone (A&E), … Continue reading What is the cost effective physiotherapy treatment option for neck pain? A comparative economic study

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Which physiotherapy approach prevails in cost-effectiveness for back and neck pain: Solution-Finding vs. McKenzie?

In 2007, a study conducted by Manca et. al., delves into the cost-effectiveness of two distinct physiotherapy interventions for managing back and neck pain in primary care settings. The study compares a brief pain management approach rooted in cognitive-behavioral principles, termed the Solution-Finding Approach, with the more conventional McKenzie Approach. The investigation, which ran alongside a randomized trial, scrutinized the incremental variances in costs and … Continue reading Which physiotherapy approach prevails in cost-effectiveness for back and neck pain: Solution-Finding vs. McKenzie?

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Which treatment strategy reigns economically: Brief pain management program vs. physical therapy for low back pain?

Current guidelines advocate for early intervention addressing psychosocial factors linked to long-term disability in acute low back pain cases. In 2007, Whitehurst, et. al., conducted study which aimed to evaluate the cost utility and effectiveness of a brief pain management program (BPM) targeting psychosocial factors compared to physical therapy (PT) for patients with low back pain in primary care, lasting less than 12 weeks. In … Continue reading Which treatment strategy reigns economically: Brief pain management program vs. physical therapy for low back pain?

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What is the cost-effectiveness of spinal manipulation for low back pain? Insights from the UK BEAM trial

In a pioneering endeavor to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of incorporating spinal manipulation and exercise interventions into primary care for individuals seeking relief from low back pain, the UK BEAM Trial Team (2004) conducted a rigorous analysis. Their objective was to determine the economic viability of adding spinal manipulation, exercise classes, or a combination of both to the standard “best care” protocol in general practice settings … Continue reading What is the cost-effectiveness of spinal manipulation for low back pain? Insights from the UK BEAM trial

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How cost-effective is physical therapy in reflex sympathetic dystrophy?

In 1999, Severens, et. al., conducted study about Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) which poses a challenging scenario for patients, particularly in the realm of treatment effectiveness and associated costs. In an effort to shed light on this matter, a two-center randomized clinical trial was conducted to compare the cost-effectiveness of adjuvant treatments, specifically pairwise physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), and control treatment (CT). The … Continue reading How cost-effective is physical therapy in reflex sympathetic dystrophy?

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