Comparison of magnetic resonance imaging findings among sciatica patients classified as centralizers or non-centralizers.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To compare if the degenerative findings from MRI differ between the sciatica patients classified as centralizers (CEN) and non-centralizers (Non-CEN) according to the McKenzie Method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy.

Study design

A cross-sectional study.

Methods

Patients (N = 100) referred to a spine clinic of a single tertiary hospital for specialist consultation for sciatica. The McKenzie-based assessment was performed by the mechanical diagnosis and therapy-trained physiotherapists. Clinical data and prevalence of lumbar MRI findings were compared between the groups.

Results

There was no significant difference in leg pain intensity between the groups. The Non-CEN had significantly more intense back pain, mean 56 (SD 30) and were more disa

SUBMITTER: Kilpikoski S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10566442 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature