Application of the HOAC II: An episode of care for a patient with low back pain

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Background and Purpose. The HOAC II is a patient management algorithm designed, in part, to provide a conceptual framework for patient management for any type of patient seen by physical therapists. This case report illustrates how the HOAC II can be used in clinical practice. Case Description. The patient was a 47-year-old woman with low back pain. The report describes the patient's examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis, intervention, and outcomes within the context of the HOAC II. Outcome. The patient had measurable improvements in impairments, functional limitation, and disability following an intervention designed to resolve her impairments and functional limitations. Discussion. This case report illustrates how the HOAC II can be used to assist in the management of a patient from admission to discharge. The report also demonstrates how use of a disablement model can add clarity to patient care. Riddle DL, Rothstein JM, Echternach JL. Application of the HOAC II: an episode of care for a patient with low back pain.

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Riddle, D. L., Rothstein, J. M., & Echternach, J. L. (2003). Application of the HOAC II: An episode of care for a patient with low back pain. Physical Therapy, 83(5), 471–485. https://doi.org/10.1093/ptj/83.5.471

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