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Musculoskeletal physiotherapists' discharge practices for people treated with low back pain: A United Kingdom survey.

Toby O SmithGurpreet SinghGeorge McnameeChristopher Newton
Published in: Musculoskeletal care (2023)
This UK survey established that discharge practices for people with LBP after physiotherapy vary. Whilst the majority of people are currently discharged with a PIFU appointment, a graded discharge approach may be more beneficial for people who are less likely to initiate a PIFU appointment. Further consideration on the development of such a pathway is now required.
Keyphrases
  • cross sectional
  • primary care
  • healthcare
  • newly diagnosed