The evolving role of physical therapists in the long-term management of chronic low back pain: longitudinal care using assisted self-management strategies

Conclusion Longitudinal care using assisted self-management strategies is more congruent with the natural history of CLBP than are traditional approaches for PT intervention. This approach may empower patients to undergo lifestyle changes that will favorably influence long-term outcomes; however additional research is needed.
Source: Revista Brasileira de Fisioterapia - Category: Physiotherapy Source Type: research