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Low back pain and sciatica in over 16s: assessment and management (NG59)
This guideline covers assessing and managing low back pain and sciatica in people aged 16 and over. It outlines physical, psychological, pharmacological and surgical treatments to help people manage their low back pain and sciatica in their daily life. The guideline aims to improve people’s quality of life by promoting the most effective forms of care for low back pain and sciatica.
This quality standard covers the assessment and management of non-specific low back pain and sciatica in young people and adults aged 16 years and over. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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Sections for QS155
- Quality statements
- Quality statement 1: Risk stratification
- Quality statement 2: Referrals for imaging
- Quality statement 3: Self-management
- Quality statement 4: Gabapentinoids, antiepileptics, antidepressants and paracetamol for low back pain without sciatica
- Quality statement 5: Opioids for chronic low back pain without sciatica
- Quality statement 6: Spinal injections
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Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous electrothermal treatment of the intervertebral disc annulus for low back pain and sciatica. This involves delivering heat energy to the damaged disc annulus.
Percutaneous coblation of the intervertebral disc for low back pain and sciatica (HTG397)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous coblation of the intervertebral disc for low back pain and sciatica. This involves using heat from an electrode to destroy the tissue.
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Percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic lumbar discectomy for sciatica (HTG412)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous transforaminal endoscopic lumbar discectomy for sciatica in adults. This involves removing part of the damaged spinal disc to relieve the symptoms of sciatica.
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Epiduroscopic lumbar discectomy through the sacral hiatus for sciatica (HTG425)
Evidence-based recommendations on epiduroscopic lumbar discectomy through the sacral hiatus for sciatica in adults. This involves removing the part of the spinal disc pressing against the spinal nerve, to relieve pain.
Percutaneous interlaminar endoscopic lumbar discectomy for sciatica (HTG411)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous interlaminar endoscopic lumbar discectomy for sciatica in adults. This involves removing part of the damaged spinal disc to relieve the symptoms of sciatica.
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Spondyloarthritis in over 16s: diagnosis and management (NG65)
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing spondyloarthritis that is suspected or confirmed in adults who are 16 years or older. It aims to raise awareness of the features of spondyloarthritis and provide clear advice on what action to take when people with signs and symptoms first present in healthcare settings. It also provides advice on the range of treatments available.
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous intradiscal radiofrequency treatment of the intervertebral disc nucleus for low back pain. This involves relieving low back pain by delivering heat energy to the damaged disc.
Evidence-based recommendations on automated percutaneous mechanical lumbar discectomy. This involves using an automated device to cut and remove the part of the disc that’s pressing on the nerve.
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Neurostimulation of lumbar muscles for refractory non-specific chronic low back pain (HTG641)
Evidence-based recommendations on neurostimulation of lumbar muscles for refractory non-specific chronic low back pain in adults. This involves implanting a pulse generator under the skin of the upper buttock or lower back, which the person can use to manage their pain.
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Transaxial interbody lumbosacral fusion for severe chronic low back pain (HTG478)
Evidence-based recommendations on transaxial interbody lumbosacral fusion for low back pain in adults. This involves removing a damaged disc through a small cut at the base of the spine, and replacing it with an artificial implant.
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Percutaneous intradiscal laser ablation in the lumbar spine (HTG230)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous intradiscal laser ablation in the lumbar spine. This involves using a laser to destroy part of the disc, with the aim of shrinking it.
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Spinal metastases and metastatic spinal cord compression (NG234)
This guideline covers recognition, referral, investigation and management of spinal metastases and metastatic spinal cord compression (MSCC). It is also relevant for direct malignant infiltration of the spine and associated cord compression. It aims to improve early diagnosis and treatment to prevent neurological injury and improve prognosis.
Evidence-based recommendations on iFuse for treating chronic sacroiliac joint pain.