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New Zealand Acute Low Back Pain Guide
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Guideline Title: Acute Low Back Pain Guide

Authorisation: ACC (Accident Rehabilitation and Compensation Insurance Corporation), and National Health Committee

Date of Publication: 1997.

Brief Description: This guide provides an evidence based approach to the assessment and treatment of acute low back pain, for the prevention of chronic pain and disability. It follows an extensive review of the international literature, and wide consultation with professional groups in New Zealand.

ISBN: 0-478-10238-0

Contact Information:
Name: Dr. Rob Griffiths
Address: National Health Committee, PO Box 5013, Wellington
Phone: (04) 495 4400
Facsimile:(04) 495 4401
E-mail: rob_griffiths@moh.govt.nz



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