[The posturological clinic evaluation in vdt/pc operators: a second level diagnostic instrument in low back pain...

The diagnosis and the therapy of the cases of low back pain in absence of organic spinal column diseases, frequently referred by vdt/pc users in connection with their work activities are frequently unsatisfactory both for the Occupational Doctors and for the patients. The specialized posturological evaluation, composed by a specific clinical examination and by specific instrumental exams, seems to be a valid instrument for a more effective management of patients affected by such clinical cases. The treatments described in this research have eliminated or greatly reduced the pain in these patients, with an efficacy prolonged until at least a year; as it is demonstrated by the few relapses referred by the workers. We think that a more frequent cooperation between Occupational Doctors and Posturologists can improve both the clinical conditions of the patients and the possibilities they have in the years to maintain their complete work ability.