Physical therapy of patients undergoing first-time lumbar discectomy: a survey of current UK practice.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The type, timing, and extent of provision of rehabilitation for lumbar discectomy patients in the UK are currently unknown. The aim of this study was to determine the provision and type of rehabilitation for patients undergoing lumbar discectomy in UK neurosurgical centers.

Method

Physical therapists involved in treating lumbar discectomy patients in UK neurosurgery centers were invited to complete an online survey that asked about the type, timing (preop, postop), and rehabilitation content for patients undergoing lumbar discectomy.

Results

Seventeen UK neurosurgery centers completed the survey. Twelve (36%) responded from the 33 centers targeted as well as an additional five private centers. All participating centers provided a rehabilitation service for

SUBMITTER: Alsiaf H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9137089 | biostudies-literature | 2022 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature