Effectiveness of Self-Management Technique in the Management of Lumbar Radiculopathy: A Pilot Study

Most of the treatment interventipons with established efficacy for lumbar radiculopathy (LR) are associated with increased healthcare utilization, associated cost and not empowered LR patients to take control of their health. Self-management technique (SMT) is a structured multicomponent intervention that supports autonomy and involves education and training with the aim of promoting adherence to self-management behaviours, to achieve improved physical, psychological and economic outcomes.