DBC (Documentation Based Care)
is an international network of active spine care centres offering
a comprehensive and effective treatment for patients with
chronic pain in the back and neck. It also aims for protection
from recurrent back and neck problems.
The centres operate in more than 18 countries throughout Europe,
Asia-Pacific region and USA. Click
here if you want to know more about other DBC centres
internationally.
The first DBC centre in Hong Kong has been operated since
December 2000 at Canossa Hospital (Caritas). It is situated
at 5th floor, next to the Physiotherapy
Department. All training sessions of DBC are guided by
one of our qualified physiotherapists with the use of DBC-specific
training devices from Finland.
Initial success of our centre has been confirmed with an average
pain relief by 65-71% achieved in 12 sessions based on our
local results till the end of June 2001. Besides, statistically
significant improvements have been shown in the functions,
mobility and muscle endurance in our clients. More importantly,
these good results are achieved in our clients with chronic
/ recurrent back and neck pain up to 25-30 years, with an
average duration of 6-8 years !
If you would like to know more about other
services available from our Physiotherapy Department, please
click here