Are 'Non-Specific' Diagnoses Lazy & Unhelpful?

Non-specific diagnoses like 'non-specific low back pain' and hip or shoulder 'impingement' are commonly used in everyday practice...

Seemingly more than ever before.

But...

Whilst the evidence might suggest these are plausible labels for injury...

They can cause confusion and poor patient outcomes.

Listen to my take on this topic and my general diagnosis rule of thumb on this week's podcast.

Enjoy the show!

Andy Barker

The New Grad Physio Mentor

PS. In the pod I made reference to ways to get around not having a clear and definitive diagnosis...

And the need to have a strong rehab planning game-plan!

If you'd like to up-skill your own assessment, treatment and rehab game, then head here to find out more!