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[Manual medicine in Germany. A descriptive analysis].

J Steinhäuser1, A Oser, K Götz

  • 1Abteilung Allgemeinmedizin und Versorgungsforschung, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Voßstr. 2, 69115, Heidelberg, Deutschland. jost.steinhaeuser@med.uni-heidelberg.de

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Manual medicine (MM) is common among German physicians, with ileosacral joint syndrome being a primary indication. Most physicians report symptom changes and unspecific effects from MM, influenced by time and well-being.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Services Research
  • Manual Medicine
  • Physician Surveys

Background:

  • Manual medicine (MM) is frequently utilized by physicians in Germany.
  • This study provides an initial description of health services research aspects concerning MM.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe health service research aspects of manual medicine in Germany.
  • To understand physician perspectives on manual medicine's efficacy and influencing factors.

Main Methods:

  • A pilot-tested, structured online questionnaire was administered from April 2009 to March 2010.
  • Physicians were recruited through cooperating manual medicine schools via various media.

Main Results:

  • 60 female and 241 male physicians participated.
  • Ileosacral joint syndrome was the most common indication for MM.
  • 73% reported symptom changes from single therapies, and 47% noted average to severe unspecific effects.
  • Time pressure and physician well-being were key factors influencing MM treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Further research is recommended to encompass all schools of manual medicine.
  • The findings lay groundwork for future, comprehensive studies on manual medicine practices.