For example, an approved migraine headache questionnaire, a Unified Parkinson s Disease Rating Scale, a Pain Disability Index, or a previously documented diagnosis by another physician. The point is to have an objective measurement that can be reassessed at the end of care. In the case of a prior diagnosis by another doctor, sending the patient back for a follow-up evaluation would be suitable. When written up the case report must be clear, concise, and organized in a format that is easy to read and understand. This can be achieved by having different headings and descriptions that outline the management of the case in a factual way devoid of any bias or opinion.
Objectivity is critical when writing up a case report.
Intervention and Outcome Description of how the case was managed, the duration of care, the objective and subjective outcome assessments that were used, and the results of those assessments. Methods When discussing methods used in the case, the level of detail required should be sufficient to allow any upper cervical practitioner to know that the Blair protocol was being used. This greatly reduces the level of detail that would be needed if one were to explain the intricacies of the Blair work. A brief restating of the facts of the case, without any unsubstantiated statements about the results. Also, the suggestion could be made that further research is needed to investigate the relationship between the intervention and the outcome.