Understanding Acute Facet Syndrome Among Chiropractors
Author Information
Author(s): Hestbaek Lise, Kongsted Alice, Jensen Tue Secher, Leboeuf-Yde Charlotte
Primary Institution: Nordic Institute of Chiropractic and Clinical Biomechanics
Hypothesis
What is the consensus among chiropractors regarding the clinical presentation and treatment of acute facet syndrome?
Conclusion
Chiropractors described acute facet syndrome similarly to chronic facet joint pain, noting it has an uncomplicated clinical course and responds well to spinal manipulative therapy.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants agreed that pain from acute facet syndrome is local and on the same side as the affected joint.
- Pain can be relieved by walking and lying with knees bent.
- Chiropractors noted that there are no signs of neurological involvement in acute facet syndrome.
Takeaway
Chiropractors think that acute facet syndrome causes pain on one side of the back, which can get better with walking and lying down.
Methodology
A workshop was conducted with volunteer chiropractors to reach consensus on the characteristics and treatment of acute facet syndrome.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the participants' shared educational background and beliefs about treatment efficacy.
Limitations
The study relied on subjective consensus from chiropractors and lacked quantitative data.
Participant Demographics
34 chiropractors from nine European countries, with 24 males and 10 females.
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