Table 6 Format for the summary of recommendations with sample statements
2011 (old) recommendation statement | 2011 (old) evidence grade | 2011 (old) source guidelines | 2014 (new) evidence grade | 2014 (new) source guidelines | Adapte level | 2014 (new) recommendation statement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PARM suggests the use of cold therapy in the treatment of sub-acute non-specific low back pain | There is Insufficient Evidence | CLIPa TOPb | There is insufficient evidence | ICSIc | I | PARM suggests the use of cold therapy in the treatment of sub-acute non-specific low back pain |
PARM suggests that patients undergoing active rehabilitation should be provided with as much therapy as possible; a minimum of 1 hour active practice per day, at least five days a week for both physical and occupation therapy | There is Insufficient evidence | NSFd | There is evidence | NICEe NZGGf AHA Stroke and TIAg | II | PARM endorses that rehabilitation should be given for a minimum of 45 min of active practice per day, 5 days a week, for both physical therapy and occupational therapy. However, the duration and intensity of the program should be adjusted based on the patient’s needs and their ability to participate in an exercise program |