On the contrary, the Cochrane Database reports there is NO evidence that NSAIDs are effective in the treatment of neck pain. (Pelso et al 2005)
Myth #2: Most patients with acute or chronic neck pain require general exercises for their recovery, there is no need for specific exercises provided by a Physical Therapist!
On the contrary, the Cochrane Review Board concludes that specific exercise therapy may be effective for the treatment of acute and chronic neck pain, with or without headache. (Kay et al 2005)
On the contrary, the Cochrane Review Board concludes that specific exercise therapy may be effective for the treatment of acute and chronic neck pain, with or without headache. (Kay et al 2005)
Myth #3: Education on home exercises is as effective as supervised exercises provided by a Physical Therapist.
On the contrary, several randomized controlled trials (RCTs) provide evidence that unsupervised home programs are not as beneficial for individuals with chronic mechanical neck pain or for neck pain with radiculopathy. (Gross et al 2007 & Gross et al 2009)
On the contrary, several randomized controlled trials (RCTs) provide evidence that unsupervised home programs are not as beneficial for individuals with chronic mechanical neck pain or for neck pain with radiculopathy. (Gross et al 2007 & Gross et al 2009)
On the contrary, several randomized controlled trials (RCTs) provide evidence that unsupervised home programs are not as beneficial for individuals with chronic mechanical neck pain or for neck pain with radiculopathy. (Gross et al 2007 & Gross et al 2009)
Is it not amazing that with no evidence, NSAIDs continues to be the primary line of defense for neck pain ... yet having significant evidence, Physical Therapy is often not recommended?
We must pass these studies on to other health care providers.
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Is it not amazing that with no evidence, NSAIDs continues to be the primary line of defense for neck pain ... yet having significant evidence, Physical Therapy is often not recommended?
We must pass these studies on to other health care providers.
For more references, Myths & Facts please visit the complimentary APTEI Clinical Library athttp://aptei.com/library/