Abstract
Objective: This abbreviated version of the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine s (ACOEM) Low Back Disorders Guideline reviews the evidence and recommendations developed for non-invasive and minimally invasive management of low back disorders. Methods: Systematic literature reviews were accomplished with article abstraction, critiquing, grading, evidence table compilation, and guideline finalization by a multidisciplinary expert panel and extensive peer-review to develop evidence-based guidance. Consensus recommendations were formulated when evidence was lacking. A total of 70 high-quality and 564 moderate-quality trials were identified for non-invasive low back disorders. Detailed algorithms were developed. Results: Guidance has been developed for the management of acute, subacute and chronic low back disorders and rehabilitation. This includes 121 specific recommendations. Conclusion: Quality evidence should guide treatment for all phases of managing low back disorders.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 111-138 |
Number of pages | 28 |
Journal | Journal of occupational and environmental medicine |
Volume | 62 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Mar 1 2020 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health