Supine Mechanical Traction for Low Back Pain

Prone Mechanical Traction Subgroup Identification

Clinical Prediction Rule

Variables Present

Liklihood Ratio

Probability of Success

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Variables Present

Probability of Success
42.2%
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Variables Present

Probability of Success
69.2%
Cai C, Pua YH, Lim KC. A clinical prediction rule for classifying patients with low back pain who demonstrate short-term improvement with mechanical lumbar traction. Eur Spine J. 2009 Apr;18(4):554-561.

“Four predictors were identified for predicting short-term responders to mechanical lumbar traction. Based on the prediction model in this study, possession of all 4 predictors suggested increased probability of successful treatment. This [clinical prediction rule] may significantly enhance the efficacy of clinical decision-making when considering mechanical lumbar traction as an appropriate intervention for patients with [low back pain].”Cai C, Pua YH, Lim KC.
No validation study currently published regarding this clinical prediction rule.
No impact analysis study currently published regarding this clinical prediction rule.