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Care Pathway for the Management of Cervicogenic Headaches
Adjust modifiable poor prognostic factors
Develop a patient-centered care plan in partnership with the patient
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Educate and reassure about the benign and self-limiting nature of the headaches and the importance of maintaining activity and movement
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Address prognostic factors for poor recovery
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Reassure that it is normal to feel some anxiety, distress or anger. Listen to the patient's concerns, discuss them and adjust the care plan accordingly
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No
No
Yes
Management of Symptoms
Based on shared decision making between the patient and provider, any one of the following therapeutic interventions is recommended:
Yes
Yes
No
Discharge
Yes
Yes
Discharge
No