Imaging Features and Early Outcomes: Research has shown that the characteristics of lumbar disc herniation on imaging can predict the early outcomes of conservative management. Saal et al. (1990) foun...
Directional preference research: Wernecke et al. (2011) define directional preference as either (1) a specific direction of trunk movement or posture observed during the physical examination or (2) a ...
In 1995, Stankovic, et. al., sought to compare the effectiveness of the McKenzie method and patient education through “mini back school” in treating acute low back pain over a 5-year perio...


