As a non-invasive alternative to conventional therapies for treating chronic low back pain, spinal manipulation therapy has grown in popularity. To guarantee a safe and efficient course of treatment, there are a number of practice difficulties with the use of spinal manipulation therapy that need to be addressed. The five practice concerns that are relevant to spinal manipulation therapy for chronic low back pain are identified in this discussion.
A critical practical challenge is the absence of standardized recommendations for the use of spinal manipulation therapy in patients with chronic low back pain. A lack of precise instructions may cause healthcare professionals to utilize spinal manipulation therapy differently, which could have an inconsistent impact on patient results (Bussières et al., 2018). Decision support systems can be created and incorporated into electronic health records to help healthcare professionals administer spinal manipulation therapy.
A vital practice issue is that not enough healthcare professionals are aware of the benefits and risks of spinal manipulation therapy for treating chronic low back pain. Healthcare professionals can receive education and training on the effectiveness and safety of spinal manipulation therapy for persistent low back pain. It is possible to promote cooperation and communication among medical professionals so that everyone is aware of the efficiency and security of spinal manipulation therapy.
Another critical practical challenge is the limited availability of spinal manipulation therapy due to insurance coverage and geographic limitations. Healthcare professionals can lobby for spinal manipulation therapy for persistent low back pain to be covered by insurance (Rist et al., 2019). Regardless of their location, patients can obtain spinal manipulation therapy with the use of telehealth services. Moreover, a significant problem in practice is insufficient patient education on spinal manipulation therapy and its possible advantages and hazards. Patient education materials might be given to patients to inform them about spinal manipulation therapy, its potential benefits, and potential risks.
Finally, a significant practice concern is poor communication between medical professionals who give spinal manipulation therapy and those who offer other treatments for chronic low back pain, which results in fragmented care. Interdisciplinary care teams can be established to provide patients with chronic low back pain complete care. Collaborative care plans can be created to guarantee that patients receive coordinated care from all healthcare professionals participating in their treatment.
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Rist, P., Hernandez, A., Bernstein, C., Kowalski, M., Osypiuk, K., Vining, R., Long, C., Goertz, C., Song, R., & Wayne, P. (2019). The impact of spinal manipulation on migraine pain and disability: A systematic review and meta‐analysis. Headache: The Journal of Head and Face Pain, 59(4), 532–542. Web.