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Application of the HOAC II: An Episode of Care for a Patient With Low Back Pain

DL Riddle, PT, PhD, is Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, Medical College of Virginia Campus, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Va
JM Rothstein, PT, PhD, FAPTA, is Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, College of Applied Health Sciences, University of Illinois at Chicago, 1919 W Taylor St, 4th Fl, Room 456, Chicago, IL 60612 (jules-rothstein{at}attbi.com). Address all correspondence to Dr Rothstein
JL Echternach, PT, EdD, ECS, FAPTA, is Professor and Eminent Scholar, School of Physical Therapy, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Va

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.

Key Words: Neck and trunk, back • Pain • Tests and measurements, general

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