Publications by authors named "T R Blattert"
Article Synopsis
- Spine disorders are a major global disability issue, highlighting the need for improved access to high-quality spine care to foster social inclusion and dignity for affected individuals.
- SPINE20 outlines six recommendations for G20 countries, including providing evidence-based education for health workers, affordable spine care interventions, and investing in health policy research to support rehabilitation integration.
- Emphasizing the importance of social equity, SPINE20 urges collaborations among healthcare providers and policymakers to ensure comprehensive access to spine care, ultimately aiming to enhance population well-being and productivity.
Introduction: The purpose is to report on the fourth set of recommendations developed by SPINE20 to advocate for evidence-based spine care globally under the theme of "One Earth, One Family, One Future WITHOUT Spine DISABILITY".
Research Question: Not applicable.
Material And Methods: Recommendations were developed and refined through two modified Delphi processes with international, multi-professional panels.
Article Synopsis
- Spine disorders are a big problem worldwide, causing disability for over 500 million people, but less than half of G20 countries prioritize spine health in their policies.
- * SPINE20 was created in 2019 to raise awareness Among leaders about the importance of addressing spine disorders.
- * In 2022, they shared seven important recommendations for G20 countries to improve spine care, focusing on access, training, evidence-based policies, infrastructure, research, and patient outcomes.