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Does psychological screening influence the outcome of manual therapy vs. active rehabilitation?

Clinical guidelines frequently advocate ‘manual therapy’ as a primary intervention for managing back pain, complemented by psychosocial screening and ‘active rehabilitation’ for individuals who do not experience improvement six weeks post-onset. However, the extent to which psychosocial factors can predict treatment outcomes remains an understudied area. In 2007, Hough, et. al., conducted a study to assess the feasibility of comparing the outcomes of manual therapy … Continue reading Does psychological screening influence the outcome of manual therapy vs. active rehabilitation?

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Are Psychological Processes Essential in Decision-Making for Neck Pain Treatment Options?

In 2017, Groeneweg, et. al., conducted a study about psychosocial variables that play a crucial role in influencing treatment outcomes for patients with neck pain. This study aimed to investigate whether psychosocial factors, alongside clinical variables, could serve as predictive factors for treatment success in individuals with sub-acute and chronic non-specific neck pain undergoing physical therapy or manual therapy. The psychosocial factors considered in this … Continue reading Are Psychological Processes Essential in Decision-Making for Neck Pain Treatment Options?

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Do physical therapy practitioners’ perceptions align with empirical data regarding predictors of treatment outcome for neck pain?

In 2007, a study conducted by Hill, et. al., aimed to identify predictors of poor outcome in patients undergoing physical therapy for neck pain. The researchers also compared these findings with the subjective perceptions of physical therapy practitioners regarding predictors of treatment outcome. Understanding these predictors is crucial for optimizing treatment approaches and improving patient care. The study involved a secondary analysis of data obtained … Continue reading Do physical therapy practitioners’ perceptions align with empirical data regarding predictors of treatment outcome for neck pain?

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