The World Health Organization has recently published guidance for non-surgical management of chronic low back pain. Informed by research evidence, it lists interventions that health care workers should and should not use.

There is no magic bullet for chronic low back pain, no perfect cure without danger of side effects, but there are approaches that can make a difference. Among its recommendations, the World Health Organization encourages clinicians to educate patients to support knowledge and self-care. It recommends use of exercise as a therapy, and also spinal manipulative therapy and massage. These are strategies we apply within the practice.

Further information about this guidance can be found on the World Health Organization website.