| A systematic review of chiropractic management of adults with Whiplash-Associated Disorders: recommendations for advancing evidence-based practice and research. | |
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PMID: 20364057 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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The literature relevant to the treatment of Whiplash-Associated Disorders (WAD) is extensive and heterogeneous. METHODS: A Participatory Action Research (PAR) approach was used to engage a chiropractic community of practice and stakeholders in a systematic review to address a general question: 'Does chiropractic management of WAD clients have an effect on improving health status?' A systematic review of the empirical studies relevant to WAD interventions was conducted followed by a review of the evidence. RESULTS: The initial search identified 1,155 articles. Ninety-two of the articles were retrieved, and 27 articles consistent with specific criteria of WAD intervention were analyzed in-depth. The best evidence supporting the chiropractic management of clients with WAD is reported. Further review identified ways to overcome gaps needed to inform clinical practice and culminated in the development of a proposed care model: the WAD-Plus Model. CONCLUSIONS: There is a baseline of evidence that suggests chiropractic care improves cervical range of motion (cROM) and pain in the management of WAD. However, the level of this evidence relevant to clinical practice remains low or draws on clinical consensus at this time. The WAD-Plus Model has implications for use by chiropractors and interdisciplinary professionals in the assessment and management of acute, subacute and chronic pain due to WAD. Furthermore, the WAD-Plus Model can be used in the future study of interventions and outcomes to advance evidence-based care in the management of WAD. |
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Authors:
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Lynn Shaw; Martin Descarreaux; Roland Bryans; Mireille Duranleau; Henri Marcoux; Brock Potter; Rick Ruegg; Robert Watkin; Eleanor White |
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Publication Detail:
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't; Review |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Work (Reading, Mass.) Volume: 35 ISSN: 1875-9270 ISO Abbreviation: Work Publication Date: 2010 |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2010-04-05 Completed Date: 2010-06-30 Revised Date: - |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 9204382 Medline TA: Work Country: Netherlands |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 369-94 Citation Subset: IM |
Affiliation:
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Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Occupational Therapy, University of Western Ontario, London, ON, Canada. |
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Chiropractic* Evidence-Based Practice* Humans Neck Pain / etiology, rehabilitation* Research Whiplash Injuries / rehabilitation* |
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