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Care Pathway for the Management of Episodic Tension-type Headaches
Incomplete recovery:
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Patients who have not significantly improved or recovered within the first 3 months after injury should be referred to a physician
Major symptom change (new or worsening physical, mental or psychological symptoms):
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Refer patients for further evaluation at any time point during their care if they develop worsening symptoms, or new physical, mental or psychological symptoms
No
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