Evidence-based treatment recommendations for neck and low back pain across Europe: A systematic review of guidelines.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objective

This systematic review synthesized evidence from European neck and low back pain (NLBP) clinical practice guidelines (CPGs) to identify recommended treatment options for use across Europe.

Databases and data treatment

Comprehensive searches of thirteen databases were conducted, from 1st January 2013 to 4th May 2020 to identify up-to-date evidence-based European CPGs for primary care management of NLBP, issued by professional bodies/organizations. Data extracted included; aim and target population, methods for development and implementation and treatment recommendations. The AGREE II checklist was used to critically appraise guidelines. Criteria were devised to summarize and synthesize the direction and strength of recommendations across guidelines.

SUBMITTER: Corp N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7839780 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature