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Methode McKenzie et lombalgiques chroniques avec preference directionnelle (The McKenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy in chronic low back pain with directional preference) [French; with consumer summary]
Moncelon S, Otero J
Kinesitherapie La Revue 2015 Apr;15(160):31-37
clinical trial
5/10 [Eligibility criteria: Yes; Random allocation: Yes; Concealed allocation: No; Baseline comparability: No; Blind subjects: No; Blind therapists: No; Blind assessors: No; Adequate follow-up: Yes; Intention-to-treat analysis: Yes; Between-group comparisons: Yes; Point estimates and variability: Yes. Note: Eligibility criteria item does not contribute to total score] *This score has been confirmed*

SUMMARY: The efficacy of the McKenzie method of mechanical diagnosis and therapy in chronic low back pain has been little assessed. METHOD: Fourteen patients with directional preference were divided randomly into two groups: the McKenzie method or conventional treatment. Functional impact and the pain topography were assessed after 6 sessions. RESULTS: There were no statistically significant differences. CONCLUSION: There is no proof of superiority for the McKenzie method in chronic low back pain with directional preference. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: 2.

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