College of Health, Medicine and Wellbeing, School of Health Sciences, The University of Newcastle, Callaghan, Australia
Original Research Article
Physiotherapists Perceptions and Experiences in Treating Chronic Low Back Pain Patients with Esoteric Connective Tissue Therapy
Author(s): Katharine Greenaway* and Joanna Bohatko-Naismith
Background: For over 20 years, a definitive treatment protocol has not been identified for the management of chronic low back pain (CLBP). However, esoteric connective tissue therapy (ECTT) has evolved as an effective treatment of CLBP. ECTT is a gentle manual therapy which focuses on the connective tissue in the body. Recent documented cases have revealed the positive long-term benefits of ECTT for patients suffering from CLBP
Objective: This study aimed to explore the perceptions and experiences of physiotherapists treating CLBP patients with ECTT.
Method: A Focus group was conducted with six international physiotherapists experienced in applying ECTT. Participants were required to have a minimum of three years’ experience in treating CLBP patients with ECTT.
Data analysis: The fo.. Read More»
DOI:
10.37421/2573-0312.2022.7.289
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