Early access to PT in a direct access environment is more effective than delayed care.

This recent study reporting greater long-term improvements in pain among patients with early access to PT in a direct access environment compared to patients with delayed access to PT will generate much discussion among those states still considering direct access legislation and payers when considering reimbursement policy for direct access PT.

John

Comments

[Cameron MacDonald]

Looking over the abstract for this article, there is no mention of the cost for each group, but days of work missed and number of visis were measured.

If there was a significant reduction in the number of visits, cost of treatment and no increase in negative outcomes with early access to PT, then this trial will be a valuable asset for our 7 remaining states without direct access.

[Phil_Hanson]

If you're looking for concrete evidence on the efficacy of Direct Access, then take a look at what our colleagues in the UK have spearheaded.

Here's the link: http://www.csp.org.uk/director/newsandevents/mediareleases.cfm?item_id=5D54452C9891283ACFD3667CE48FC70B