Does the implementation of clinical practice guidelines for low back and neck pain by physical therapists improve patient outcomes? A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Physical therapy for neck and low back pain is highly variable despite the availability of clinical practice guidelines (CPG). This review aimed to determine the impact of CPG implementation on patient-level outcomes for spinal pain. Implementation strategies were also examined to determine prevalence and potential impact.

Methods

Multiple databases were searched through April 2021 for studies assessing CPG implementation in physical therapy for neck and low back pain. Articles were screened for eligibility. The Modified Downs and Black checklist was utilized to determine study quality. Due to the heterogeneity between studies, a meta-analysis was not performed.

Results

Twenty-one studies were included in this review. Implementation strategies were signific

SUBMITTER: Fillipo R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9164354 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature