It’s been said that the current opioid epidemic is, in fact, a chronic pain epidemic.
The overall unadjusted rate of transition from acute to chronic low back pain stands at 32%, which is a clear indication that acute phase management is critical. A patient’s ability to discover the most appropriate care and treatment options early on in the acute phase can play a dramatic role in their ability to avoid moving into chronic pain long term.
Movement-based care, such as chiropractic, is an essential option for many acute and chronic pain patients. Movement not only helps stimulate healing, but it also can help patients overcome fear avoidance behaviors.
With most healthcare guidelines now including chiropractic as a primary treatment strategy for conservative treatment of neuromusculoskeletal issues, we’re happy to be an option for your patient seeking movement-based care.
“Overall, 13% of adults have chronic LBP, with one-third experiencing moderate to high-impact chronic pain.”
“Across all levels, 30% of patients received prescriptions for non recommended medications…”
“The Primary Spine Practitioner is another model proposed in the United States in which chiropractors and physical therapists serve as the initial or early point of contact for patients with LBP.”
“Early exposure to guideline nonconcordant care was significantly and independently associated with the transition from chronic LBP…”
We believe patients have better outcomes when their
health professionals work together.
