The effectiveness of the McKenzie method in addition to first-line care for acute low back pain: a randomized controlled trial

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The effectiveness of the McKenzie method in addition to first-line care for acute low back pain: a randomized controlled trial

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Abstract Background Low back pain is a highly prevalent and disabling condition worldwide. Clinical guidelines for the management of patients with acute low back pain recommend first-line treatment consisting of advice, reassurance and simple analgesics. Exercise is also commonly prescribed to these patients. The primary aim of this study was to evaluate the short-term effect of adding the McKenzie method to the first-line care of patients with acute low back pain. Methods A multi-centre rand...

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2010-01-01

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Herbert Rob D / Maher Chris G / Machado Luciana AC / Clare Helen / McAuley James H

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BMC Medicine

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http://www.biomedcentral.com/1741-7015/8/10

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