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Life cycle assessment of a chronic low back pain physiotherapy plan

Korogod, N.; Pereira, A.M.M.; Bollinger, D.; Opsommer, E. · physioscience · 2025 · Heft S 03 · S. 1 bis 1

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2025
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physioscience
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Korogod, N.; Pereira, A.M.M.; Bollinger, D.; Opsommer, E.
Ausgabe
Heft S 03 / 2025
Jahrgang 21
Seiten
1 bis 1
Erschienen: 2025-10-23 13:00:00
ISSN
1860-3092

Zusammenfassung

Background Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a common, disabling condition often requiring long-term physiotherapy. With growing attention to sustainability in healthcare, there is a need to understand the environmental impacts of physiotherapy treatments. This study applies Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to a CLBP treatment plan, based on an adapted published case, to identify improvement areas and promote eco-responsible practices. Sustainability considerations in physiotherapy remain underexplored, and this analysis addresses a gap by quantifying treatment-related ecological burdens. Methods A case-specific LCA wa…

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Waste Management Attention Awareness Database Germany physioscience