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Treatment of pelvic joint dysfunction in primary care--a controlled study
1Upplands Väsby Health Centre, Stockholm, Sweden.
Scandinavian Journal of Primary Health Care
|December 1, 1992
Summary
Manual treatment for pelvic joint dysfunction, a cause of low back pain, showed reduced sick leave and painkiller use. While pain and mobility didn't significantly differ, the intervention offered practical benefits.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Physical Medicine
- Pain Management
Background:
- Low back pain is a common ailment.
- Pelvic joint dysfunction is a contributing factor to low back pain.
- Manual treatment is a potential therapeutic approach.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of a single manual treatment session for pelvic joint dysfunction.
- To assess the impact on pain, mobility, sick leave, and analgesic consumption.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial was conducted.
- 46 patients with pelvic joint dysfunction were initially included.
- 18 patients received manual treatment; 21 received placebo (massage).
- Outcomes were assessed by an independent observer after three weeks.
Main Results:
- No significant differences were observed in subjective pain or mobility tests.
- Patients receiving manual treatment reported significantly less sick leave.
- Analgesic consumption was significantly lower in the manual treatment group.
Conclusions:
- A single manual treatment session may reduce sick leave and analgesic use in patients with pelvic joint dysfunction.
- Further research is needed to explore long-term effects and optimal treatment protocols.