Comparing the validity of the sub-maximal effort tourniquet test to the numerical pain rating scale in patients with chronic low-back-pain

Physiotherapy ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 102 ◽  
pp. e112-e113
Author(s):  
M. Camilleri
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Chronic Low Back Pain ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Pain Rating ◽  
Numerical Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Maximal Effort

scholarly journals Responsiveness of pain, functional capacity tests, and disability level in individuals with chronic nonspecific low back pain

2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (01) ◽  
pp. 11-17 ◽  
Author(s):  
Prasert Sakulsriprasert ◽  
Roongtiwa Vachalathiti ◽  
Pathaimas Kingcha
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Functional Capacity ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Pain Rating ◽  
Sit To Stand ◽  
Numeric Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Disability Level

Background: Clinical outcomes are very important in clinical assessment, and responsiveness is a component inside the outcome measures that needs to be investigated, particularly in chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNSLBP). Objective: This study aimed to investigate the responsiveness of pain, functional capacity tests, and disability in individuals with CNSLBP. Methods: Twenty subjects were assessed in pain using the following methods: visual analog scale (VAS) and numeric pain rating scale (NPRS), functional capacity tests: functional reach test (FRT), five-time sit-to-stand test (5 TSST), and two-minute step test (2 MST), and disability level: modified Oswestry Disability Questionnaire (MODQ), Thai version before and after 2-week intervention session. For interventions, the subjects received education, spinal manipulative therapy, and individual therapeutic exercise twice a week, for a total of two weeks. The statistics analyzed were change scores, effect size (ES), and standardized response mean (SRM). Results: The most responsive parameter for individuals with CNSLBP was pain as measured by numeric pain rating scale (NPRS) (ES [Formula: see text]0.986, SRM [Formula: see text]0.928) and five-time sit-to-stand test (5 TSST) (SRM [Formula: see text]0.846). Conclusion: This study found that NPRS pain and 5 TSST were responsive in individuals with CNSLBP at two weeks after the beginning of interventions.

Low Back Pain Rating scale: validation of a tool for assessment of low back pain

Pain ◽  
1994 ◽  
Vol 57 (3) ◽  
pp. 317-326 ◽  
Author(s):  
Claus Manniche ◽  
Karsten Asmussen ◽  
Birgitte Lauritsen ◽  
Henrik Vinterberg ◽  
Svend Kreiner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Scale Validation ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Pain Rating ◽  
Pain Rating Scale

scholarly journals Adding Physical Impairment to Risk Stratification Improved Outcome Prediction in Low Back Pain

2020 ◽  
Vol 101 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jason M Beneciuk ◽  
Steven Z George
Keyword(s):  
Cluster Analysis ◽  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Psychosocial Risk ◽  
Physical Impairment ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Pain Rating ◽  
Numerical Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Pain Rating Scale

Abstract Objective Identifying subgroups of low back pain (LBP) has the potential to improve prediction of clinical outcomes. Risk stratification is one such strategy that identifies similar characteristics indicative of a common clinical outcome trajectory. The purpose of this study was to determine if an empirically derived subgrouping approach based on physical impairment measures improves information provided from the STarT Back Tool (SBT). Methods At baseline in this secondary analysis of a cohort study, patients (N = 144) receiving physical therapy for LBP completed the SBT and tests (active lumbar flexion, extension, lateral bending, and passive straight-leg raise) from a validated physical impairment index. Clinical outcomes were assessed at 4 weeks and included the Numerical Pain Rating Scale and Oswestry Disability Index. Exploratory hierarchical agglomerative cluster analysis identified empirically derived subgroups based on physical impairment measures. Independent samples t testing and chi-square analysis were used to assess baseline subgroup differences in demographic and clinical measures. Spearman rho correlation coefficient was used to assess baseline SBT risk and impairment subgroup relationships, and a 3-way mixed-model ANOVA was used to assessed SBT risk and impairment subgroup relationships with clinical outcomes at 4 weeks. Results Two physical impairment-based subgroups emerged from cluster analysis: (1) low-risk impairment (n = 119, 81.5%), characterized by greater lumbar mobility; and (2) high-risk impairment (n = 25, 17.1%), characterized by less lumbar mobility. A weak, positive relationship was observed between baseline SBT risk and impairment subgroups (rs = .170). An impairment-by-SBT risk-by-time interaction effect was observed for Oswestry Disability Index scores but not for Numerical Pain Rating Scale scores at 4 weeks. Conclusions Physical impairment subgroups were not redundant with SBT risk categories and could improve prediction of 4-week LBP disability outcomes. Physical impairment subgroups did not improve the prediction of 4-week pain intensity scores. Impact Subgroups based on physical impairment and psychosocial risk could lead to better prediction of LBP disability outcomes and eventually allow for treatment options tailored to physical and psychosocial risk.

Responsiveness of the Numeric Pain Rating Scale in Patients with Low Back Pain

Spine ◽  
2005 ◽  
Vol 30 (11) ◽  
pp. 1331-1334 ◽  
Author(s):  
John D. Childs ◽  
Sara R. Piva ◽  
Julie M. Fritz
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Pain Rating ◽  
Numeric Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Pain Rating Scale

scholarly journals Massage application for occupational low back pain in nursing staff

2012 ◽  
Vol 20 (3) ◽  
pp. 511-519 ◽  
Author(s):  
Talita Pavarini Borges ◽  
Julia Maria D'Andrea Greve ◽  
Ana Paula Monteiro ◽  
Rodrigo Emmanuel Sabbag da Silva ◽  
Arlete Mazzini Miranda Giovani ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Wilcoxon Test ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Numerical Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Medium Risk ◽  
Occupational Low Back Pain ◽  
Pain Rating Scale ◽  
Work And Life

This is a clinical trial which aims to evaluate the efficiency of massage in the reduction of occupational low back pain, and its influence on the performance of work and life activities for the nursing team. The sample consisted of 18 employees who received seven to eight sessions after their work period. From the Numerical Pain Rating Scale, significant improvements were found between the 3rd and 1st evaluations (p=0.000) and between the 3rd and 2nd (p=0.004), using the Wilcoxon test. Regarding the Oswestry Disability Index, the paired t test showed a statistical difference (p=0.02) between the baseline, with a mean of 21.33% and the second evaluation (18.78%), which was also seen between the second and third evaluation (16.67%). The score for the Handling and Transfer Risk Evaluation Scale was 18 points (medium risk). It is concluded that massage was effective in reducing occupational low back pain, and provided improvement in activities of work and life. Clinical Trials Identifier: NCT01315197.

scholarly journals Long-term improvements following a residential combined physical and psychological programme for chronic low back pain

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. e001068
Author(s):  
Shaun Wellburn ◽  
Cormac G Ryan ◽  
Andrew Coxon ◽  
Alastair J Dickson ◽  
D John Dickson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Outcome Measures ◽  
Chronic Low Back Pain ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Secondary Outcome ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Residential Setting ◽  
Wide Range

ObjectivesEvaluate the outcomes and explore experiences of patients undergoing a residential combined physical and psychological programme (CPPP) for chronic low back pain.DesignA longitudinal observational cohort design, with a parallel qualitative design using semistructured interviews.SettingResidential, multimodal rehabilitation.Participants136 adults (62 male/74 female) referred to the CPPP, 100 (44 male/56 female) of whom completed the programme, during the term of the study. Ten (2 male/8 female) participated in the qualitative evaluation.InterventionA 3-week residential CPPP.Outcome measuresPrimary outcome measures were the STarT Back screening tool score; pain intensity—11-point Numerical Rating Scale; function—Oswestry Disability Index (ODI); health status/quality of life—EQ-5D-5L EuroQol five-Dimension-five level; anxiety—Generalised Anxiety Disorder-7; depression—Patient Health Questionnaire-9. Secondary outcome measures were the Global Subjective Outcome Scale; National Health Service Friends and Family Test;.ResultsAt discharge, 6 and 12 months follow ups, there were improvements from baseline that were greater than minimum clinically important differences in each of the outcomes (with the sole exception of ODI at discharge). At 12 months, the majority of people considered themselves a lot better (57%) and were extremely likely (86%) to recommend the programme to a friend. The qualitative data showed praise for the residential nature of the intervention and the opportunities for interaction with peers and peer support. There were testimonies of improvements in understanding of pain and how to manage it better. Some participants said they had reduced, or stopped, medication they had been taking to manage their pain.ConclusionsParticipants improved, and maintained long term, beyond minimum clinically important differences on a wide range of outcomes. Participants reported an enhanced ability to self-manage their back pain and support for the residential setting.

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