Classification characteristics of a chronic low back pain population using a combined McKenzie and patho-anatomical assessment

Physiotherapists use musculo-skeletal classification systems for patient assessment. Since its early development, the McKenzie lumbar spine assessment (MK) has been incorporated into examination algorithms and combined with a series of patho-anatomical diagnostic tests. No previous studies have used a MK and a combined examination (MK-C) to provide a detailed profile of patients, report and compare the classification characteristics of a chronic low back pain (CLBP) population.

Source: Manual Therapy - October 4, 2016 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Carol Ann Flavell, Susan Gordon, Laurence Marshman Tags: Original article Source Type: research