Rehab Apps
Referred Pain Index
The Referred Pain Index (RPI) is assessment and reference tool which allows the therapist to confirm the patient's referred pain symptoms, with the patient.
The most challenging aspect of pain assessment, is treating the appropriate tissue. The RPI allows the therapist to narrow down the sources of referred pain from a huge database of
The Referred Pain Index (RPI) is assessment and reference tool which allows the therapist to confirm the patient's referred pain symptoms, with the patient.
The most challenging aspect of pain assessment, is treating the appropriate tissue. The RPI allows the therapist to narrow down the sources of referred pain from a huge database of many tissues including myofascial and ligamentous trigger points, joint referred pain and other pain provoking tissues.
Using a graphical representation of the referred symptoms, the therapist and patient can confirm the appropriate source of referred pain, improving efficiency and treatment outcomes.
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