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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 97-B, Issue SUPP_2 | Pages 26 - 26
1 Feb 2015
Murphy S Blake C Power C Fullen B
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Background

Stratifying patients with Low Back Pain (LBP) using the STarT Back Tool and delivering targeted treatment has demonstrated efficacy in individual physiotherapy settings. Physiotherapy interventions for LBP patients are often delivered in groups. This study aimed to explore the sustainability and cost effectiveness of a group stratified intervention in primary care.

Methods

This non-randomised controlled trial compared a novel group stratified intervention to a historical non-stratified group control. Patients from 30 GP practices in Waterford Primary Care were stratified and offered a matched targeted group intervention. The historical control received a generic group intervention. The primary outcome measure was disability (RMDQ) at 12 weeks. A cost effectiveness analysis was also undertaken. Analysis was by intention to treat. Ethical approval was obtained