In this blog we consider a systematic review looking at which type of exercise is best for reducing low back pain in adults.
[read the full story...]Which type of exercise is best for adults with chronic low back pain?
21 Responses »
Results: 17
For: neck and back pain
Effectiveness of dry needling Myofascial Trigger Points for neck and shoulder pain
In her debut blog, Catherine McRitchie considers a systematic review and a meta analysis, which examines the effectiveness of dry needling Myofascial Trigger Points for neck and shoulder pain.
[read the full story...]Rehabilitation following surgery for Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
In her debut blog, Nicky Butler considers a systematic review, which explores whether rehabilitation following lumbar spinal decompression surgery is effective.
[read the full story...]Intermediate Care pathways for musculoskeletal conditions – are they working?
In this blog, Lesley Dawson considers a systematic review examining musculoskeletal Intermediate Care pathways to evaluate their effectiveness, outcomes and identify gaps in evidence.
[read the full story...]Salicylate-containing rubefacients for musculoskeletal pain in adults
Should you use or prescribe rubefacients (creams and lotions that irritate the skin) to relieve musculoskeletal pain? We report on a new Cochrane systematic review that focuses on salicylate-containing rubefacients for acute and chronic musculoskeletal pain.
[read the full story...]CBT based strategies, physiotherapy and low back pain
Can CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) based treatment strategies be delivered by physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals? Heather Gray reports on a systematic review.
[read the full story...]The burden of musculoskeletal disorders
This blog is a review of the global and regional prevalence, disability and overall burden and costs for common musculoskeletal disorders including low back and neck pain, hip and knee osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout and other conditions.
[read the full story...]