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[Low back and radicular pain : which management in 2018 ?]

P Jonckheer1, C Demoulin2, A Desomer1

  • 1Centre Fédéral d'Expertise des Soins de Santé, Bruxelles, Belgique.

Revue Medicale De Liege
|March 30, 2018
PubMed

Insights

Low back pain is a major public health issue. A Belgian guideline, adapted from NICE, offers comprehensive management strategies for low back and radicular pain.

Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Clinical Guideline Development
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Low back pain is a prevalent reason for medical consultations and work absences.
  • It represents a significant public health challenge requiring effective management strategies.
  • Radicular pain often accompanies low back pain, necessitating integrated treatment approaches.

Framework:

  • A multidisciplinary team of 31 clinicians developed the guideline.
  • The guideline covers the entire management spectrum for low back and radicular pain.
  • It provides a structured approach for healthcare professionals.

Implementation:

  • The Belgian Health Care Knowledge Centre (KCE) led the guideline development.
  • A British National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guideline served as a foundational document.
  • Adaptation to the Belgian healthcare context was a key aspect of implementation.

Implications:

  • This guideline aims to standardize and improve the management of low back and radicular pain in Belgium.
  • It offers evidence-based recommendations for clinical practice.
  • The multidisciplinary approach ensures comprehensive patient care and addresses a critical public health concern.

Keywords:
GuidelineRadicular painTreatmentLow back pain

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