The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association
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J Can Chiropr Assoc · Sep 2013
An evidence-based diagnostic classification system for low back pain.
While clinicians generally accept that musculoskeletal low back pain (LBP) can arise from specific tissues, it remains difficult to confirm specific sources. ⋯ This article describes and discusses the strength of evidence surrounding diagnostic categories for an in-office, clinical exam and checklist tool for LBP diagnosis. The use of a standardized tool for diagnosing low back pain in clinical and research settings is encouraged.