Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | |
---|---|---|---|
Diagnostic procedures and assessment | - Medical history and physical examination | - Radiological assessment* | - Consultation specialist |
- Assessment function and activity limitations | - Assessment of pain coping and psychosocial factors | - Adjust goals | |
- Setting mutual goals | - Adjust goals | ||
Treatment modalities | - Education | - Exercise therapy | - Multidisciplinary care |
- Lifestyle advice | - Dietary therapy | - TENS | |
- Medication† | - Medication † | - Medication† | |
∙ Acetaminophen | ∙ (topical) NSAID’s | ∙ Intra-articular injections | |
∙ Glucosaminesulphate | ∙ Tramadol | ||
Evaluation | -After 3 months‡ | -After 3–6 months‡ | -Patient sets interval |