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The Effect of the McKenzie Method as Compared With That of Manipulation When Applied Adjunctive to Information and Advice for Patients With Clinical Signs of Disc-related Chronic Low Back Pain: Randomized Controlled Trial.
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating spinal manipulation and McKenzie exercises for Low Back Pain. Completed, enrolled 350 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Introduction: The McKenzie method as well as spinal manipulation is commonly used for the treatment of low back pain throughout the western world. Recently, the need for studies testing the effect of treatment strategies to specific diagnostic subgroups of patients has been emphasized. The present study aims to compare the effectiveness of the McKenzie method and chiropractic manipulation, information, and advice for patients with clinical signs of persistent symptoms originating from a diskus in the low back. Methods: After clinical screening 350 patients with or without leg pain who presented with centralization of symptoms or signs of disc herniation were randomized to the McKenzie group or the manipulation group. The outcome measures, Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire, 11 point numerical pain scale, 6 point global perceived change scale, and quality of life (Short Form-36) were assessed at baseline, at end of treatment, and at 2 and 12 months follow-up.
Study Details
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Interventions
Spinal manipulation to the lumbopelvic spine in combination with information about examination findings and advice about back care
McKenzie exercises according to the principles of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy