CCGI Best Practice Collaborators
CCGI Best Practice Collaborators
CCGI Best Practice Collaborators
In April 2016, CCGI Opinion Leaders were joined by a new team of CCGI Best Practice Collaborators. These are influential evidence-informed clinicians recently nominated by their colleagues in a nationwide survey. They are assisting Opinion Leaders in their area with reaching out to other chiropractors and teaching them about critical thinking, proper interpretation of evidence-informed clinical practice guidelines, and evidence-informed practice in general.
CCGI is delighted to have them on board and looks forward to collaborating with them to take the best practices forward in Canada.
Roles and Activities of CCGI Best Practice Collaborators
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understanding how clinical practice guidelines are developed;
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discussing best practices and guidelines with colleagues;
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having a presence on social media to raise awareness of resources on evidence-informed practice;
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encouraging clinicians and patients to use the CCGI website and resources;
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making presentations on evidence-informed practice at continuing education events and conferences in collaboration with their local opinion leaders team.
In April 2016, CCGI Opinion Leaders were joined by a new team of CCGI Best Practice Collaborators. These are influential evidence-informed clinicians recently nominated by their colleagues in a nationwide survey. They are assisting Opinion Leaders in their area with reaching out to other chiropractors and teaching them about critical thinking, proper interpretation of evidence-informed clinical practice guidelines, and evidence-informed practice in general.
CCGI is delighted to have them on board and looks forward to collaborating with them to take the best practices forward in Canada.
Roles and Activities of CCGI Best Practice Collaborators
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understanding how clinical practice guidelines are developed;
-
discussing best practices and guidelines with colleagues;
-
having a presence on social media to raise awareness of resources on evidence-informed practice;
-
encouraging clinicians and patients to use the CCGI website and resources;
-
making presentations on evidence-informed practice at continuing education events and conferences in collaboration with their local opinion leaders team.
In April 2016, CCGI Opinion Leaders were joined by a new team of CCGI Best Practice Collaborators. These are influential evidence-informed clinicians recently nominated by their colleagues in a nationwide survey. They are assisting Opinion Leaders in their area with reaching out to other chiropractors and teaching them about critical thinking, proper interpretation of evidence-informed clinical practice guidelines, and evidence-informed practice in general.
CCGI is delighted to have them on board and looks forward to collaborating with them to take the best practices forward in Canada.
Roles and Activities of CCGI Best Practice Collaborators
-
understanding how clinical practice guidelines are developed;
-
discussing best practices and guidelines with colleagues;
-
having a presence on social media to raise awareness of resources on evidence-informed practice;
-
encouraging clinicians and patients to use the CCGI website and resources;
-
making presentations on evidence-informed practice at continuing education events and conferences in collaboration with their local opinion leaders team.
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Are you interested in getting involved with CCGI?
We are always looking to get people involved in our projects. No experience necessary - we provide training!
Contact us today!
Neck Pain Care Pathway
Date of last update: November, 2024
8. Diagnostic Criteria for Neck Pain Amenable to Conservative Care
Overview: Diagnosis requires a thorough understanding of the patient's condition, integrating their history, clinical findings, risk factors, and the physical, psychological, social, and environmental aspects of pain.
Common Neck Pain Categories
Common neck pain represents the most frequent causes of neck pain with similar mechanisms, clinical symptoms and signs in a primary care setting. Evidence suggests that identifying the specific nociceptive cause of common neck pain is difficult. However, breaking down common neck pain into different categories helps in guiding treatment strategies and managing patient expectations.
Cervical Facet Joint Irritation / Mechanical Cervicalgia
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Common in middle-aged and older adults.
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Localized neck pain, possibly radiating to shoulders or arms.
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Symptoms worsen with extension or turning the head; morning stiffness relieved by rest.
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Exam findings include tenderness over facet joints, pain with extension/rotation, and positive tests (e.g., cervical Kemp’s, compression); no significant neurological deficits.
Whiplash (WAD I, II) / Cervical Strain/Sprain
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Common following motor vehicle collisions, sporting injuries, or falls.
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Neck pain with possible radiation to the head or upper extremities; associated symptoms may include headache, dizziness, jaw pain, or psychological distress.
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Exam findings include tenderness over cervical musculature, restricted range of motion, and positive tests (e.g., cervical Kemp’s, compression); no significant neurological deficits.
Osteoarthritis
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Common in older adults.
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Chronic neck pain, localized or referred, with episodic flare-ups.
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Pain worsens with activity, improves with rest; morning stiffness is common.
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Exam findings include reduced range of motion, crepitus, joint swelling, and positive tests (e.g., cervical compression, Spurling’s); no significant neurological deficits unless advanced.
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
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Common in adults with sedentary lifestyles or repetitive motion activities.
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Chronic muscle pain in the neck/shoulders, often with referred pain patterns.
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Trigger points in muscles are painful upon compression.
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Exam findings include taut muscle bands and trigger points; no significant neurological deficits.