Integrating Physiotherapy into the Emergency Department for Acute Low Back Spasm: A Retrospective Comparative Study (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)

• Physiotherapy in ED reduces length of stay.
• Lower opioid use with early physiotherapy.
• Higher patient satisfaction scores.

"A retrospective comparative study evaluated the impact of integrating physiotherapy into the emergency department for acute low back spasm. Findings showed reduced emergency department length of stay, decreased opioid use, and improved patient satisfaction. Early physiotherapy appears effective for acute low back spasm management."