What is the association between the presence of comorbidities and the appropriateness of care for low back pain? A population-based medical record review study
Abstract Background Although “non-specific” in 90% of cases, low back pain (LBP) is often treated as an independent entity, even though comorbidities are commonly associated with it. There is evidence that some LBP may be related to chronic conditions or be a symptom of poor health. The purpose of t...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-11-01
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Series: | BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12891-018-2316-z |