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Care Pathway for the Management of Non-specific Low Back Pain
Referrals and Collaborations
Incomplete recovery:
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Refer to the physician for further evaluation
Signs of lumbar disc hernation with radiculopathy:
Major symptom change (new or worsening physical, mental or psychological symptoms):
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Refer to a physician for further evaluation at any time point during their care
No
No
No
Yes
Are symptoms ≤3 months?
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
No
Discharge
Are symptoms >3 months?
Management of Symptoms
Based on shared decision making between the patient and provider, any one of the following therapeutic interventions is recommended:
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Yes
Yes
Yes
Discharge
Yes
No
No