scholarly journals Therapeutic Education and Physiotherapy in Low Back Pain Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (B) ◽  
pp. 1778-1784
Author(s):  
Stilyana Romanova ◽  
Kristin Grigorova ◽  
Antoaneta Dimitrova

BACKGROUND: Low-back pain (LBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems; it is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Therapeutic patient education is a method that enables health care professionals to pass on their knowledge and experience to patients so that they can participate consciously and actively in their recovery. AIM: The present study aims to examine the effect of therapeutic education (TE) combined with a specific physiotherapy (PT) approach in people with LBP. МАTERIALS AND METHODS: This was an experimental pre- and post-study design. The study involved 25 patients, mean age 43.08 ± 12 years, divided into two groups: experimental group (EG), with TE (n =18) and control group (CG), without TE (n = 7). The PT treatment frequency and duration were consistent between groups. The patients were monitored for one month, and the intervention under supervision – face-to-face and self-monitored home-based PT have been organized. The included outcome measures were Oswestry Disability Index, Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia, STarT Back Screening Tools, and the movement-induced pain in the lumbar spine. RESULTS: At the end of the study improved pain-free movements in the lumbar region, functionality, reduced catastrophizing was observed in both groups. There is a tendency for better results in the EG compared to the CG in terms of functionality and pain-free movement. The subjective feeling of the catastrophizing was reduced only in the EG below the cut-off score from 45.2 ± 7.7 to 33.2 ± 3.3 points. CONCLUSION: TE in combination with PT interventions improves functional abilities, decreases the pain during movements, and the subjective perception of kinesiophobia. The results suggest TE should be included in a LBP management approach.

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (7) ◽  
pp. 695-698
Author(s):  
Lei Ye ◽  
Chunyan Liu ◽  
Cunxi Jiang ◽  
Youshen Cao

ABSTRACT Introduction: The main clinical feature of chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNLBP) is lower back pain, and suspension sports therapy has a specific effect in this case. Objective: To investigate the changes of flexion-relaxation phenomenon in patients with lower back pain after core control training of suspension exercise therapy (SET). Methods: 84 subjects who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria of chronic low back pain in this experiment were randomly divided into an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group was treated with suspension training. The control group only received acupuncture. We then determined the muscle fascia tension and core stability of the lower lumbar region. Results: The visual analog scale (VAS) and Oswestry dysfunction index (ODI) evaluations of the two groups of patients were different. Conclusion: Suspended core stabilization training has a significant long-term effect in reducing lower back pain and improving waist function in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain. Level of evidence II; Therapeutic studies - investigation of treatment results.


1970 ◽  
Vol 16 (10) ◽  
pp. 853-855
Author(s):  
Mala Herzberg ◽  
Z Oberman ◽  
O Khermosh ◽  
S L Weissman

Abstract Urinary excretion of hydroxyproline was measured in 12 cases of multiple fractures as an index of bone collagen metabolism. Measurements were made for 10 consecutive days after injury; 10 patients with low back pain served as the control group. With three exceptions, the mean daily excretion of hydroxyproline and the day-to-day variations were within the same range in the group with multiple fractures as in the control group.


Author(s):  
Aurora Castro-Méndez ◽  
Inmaculada Concepción Palomo-Toucedo ◽  
Manuel Pabón-Carrasco ◽  
Javier Ramos-Ortega ◽  
Juan Antonio Díaz-Mancha ◽  
...  

Excessive foot pronation has been reported as being related to chronic low back pain symptoms and risk factors in sports-specific pathologies. Compensating custom-made foot orthotics treatment has not been entirely explored as an effective therapy for chronic low back pain (CLBP). This study aims to observe the effects of custom-made foot orthoses, in subjects with foot pronation suffering from CLBP. A total of 101 patients with nonspecific CLBP and a pronated foot posture index (FPI) were studied. They were randomized in two groups: an experimental one (n = 53) used custom-made foot orthotics, and the control group (n = 48) were treated with non-biomechanical effect orthoses. The CLBP was measured using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) Questionnaire and a visual analogue scale (VAS), both for lower back pain. The symptoms were evaluated twice, at first when the subject was included in the study, and later, after 4 weeks of treatment. The analysis of outcomes showed a significant decrease in CLBP in the custom-made foot orthoses participants group (p < 0.001 ODI; p < 0.001 VAS). These findings suggest that controlling excessive foot pronation by using custom-made foot orthoses may significantly contribute to improving CLBP.


Author(s):  
Collins Ogbeivor

Introduction: Research evidence suggests that a stratified care management approach is better at improving clinical and economic outcomes for low back pain (LBP) patients compared with usual care in the short term. However, it is unclear if these health and economic benefits are sustainable in the longer term. The aim of this study was, therefore, to determine the effectiveness of stratified care compared with standard physiotherapy for LBP treatment. Methodology: A comprehensive search was undertaken of seven electronic databases (CINAHL, MEDLINE, Pedro, EMBASE, PsycINFO, Cochrane Register for Controlled Trials, and Web of Science with full text). Although no time limits were applied, studies were limited to English language publications and those involving human participants only. Study selection, data extraction, and appraisal of study were independently undertaken by both reviewers (CO and LE). Result: In total, 6842 patients (aged 18 years and above) were included in the eight trials reviewed;  four were randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and four were non-RCTs. The pooled analysis of three studies (n = 2460) demonstrated a strong evidence in favor of stratified care over standard care at improving overall pain (Weighted Mean Difference (WMD) [random] 0.46 [95% CI 0.21, 0.71]; P < 0.0003), with overall effect (Z = 3.6) and (Roland-Morris disability questionnaire (RMDQ) scores (WMD [random] 0.71 [95% CI 0.05, 1.37]; P < 0.03), with overall effect (Z = 2.11) at three-, four-, and six-months’ follow-up periods. Conclusion: This current review demonstrated that a stratified care approach provides substantial clinical, economic, and health-related cost benefits in the medium- and high-risk subgroups compared with usual care. Further research is needed for longer-term benefits.


2015 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 319-326 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vanessa Patrícia Soares de Sousa ◽  
Silvia Oliveira Ribeiro ◽  
Carla Monique Ribeiro de Aquino ◽  
Elizabel de Souza Ramalho Viana

Introduction Pregnancy is characterized by several changes in her body. These changes contribute to the emergence of low back pain, which may influence the quality of sleep during pregnancy. Objective To compare the quality of sleep among pregnant women with and without low back pain during pregnancy, examining the relationship between two variables. Materials methods Thirty volunteers aged between 19 and 36 years, divided into control group (CG – n = 16) and Study Group (SG – n = 14), residents in the cities of Natal, were evaluated in the second trimester of pregnancy. To sleep evaluation were used to index the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality and the Epworth Sleepiness Scale. Low back pain was evaluated using the pressure algometer, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and Oswestry Disability Index. Statistical analysis used the Shapiro Wilk test, Student’s T test for independent samples and Pearson correlation test. Results The mean gestational and chronological ages were 28.2 ± 3.4 years and 19.9 ± 3.7 weeks, respectively. Sleep quality was lower in SG (8.21 ± 4.8) when compared to CG (5.94 ± 1.7) and was statistically significant (P = 0.021). Analyzing the relationship between sleep quality and pain intensity, it was observed that the variables have a positive correlation between them (r = 0.372, P = 0.043). Conclusion Our findings indicate that sleep quality is decreased in women with low back pain compared to those without pain.


BJR|Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 20190006
Author(s):  
Maha Emad Ibrahim ◽  
Magdy Ahmed Awadalla ◽  
Aziza Sayed Omar ◽  
Mohammad al-Shatouri

Objective: To assess the short-term efficacy of ultrasound-guided caudal epidural steroid injections (ESIs) in improving pain, and nerve function as measured by electrophysiological testing in chronic radicular low back pain. Methods: Patients diagnosed with chronic radicular low back pain were randomized into one of two groups. The injection group (n = 20) underwent a single ultrasound-guided Caudal ESI of 1 ml of 40 mg ml−1 Triamcinolone Acetonide (Kenacort-A), with local anesthetic. The control group (n = 20) underwent a 12-session physiotherapy program. Both groups were evaluated before and 2 weeks after the intervention using visual analog scale for pain and electrophysiological testing comprising peroneal and tibial terminal motor latencies and F-response latencies and chronodispersion. Results: Both groups showed significant pain reduction on the visual analog scale after the intervention. The injection group showed a significant reduction in F wave chronodispersion post-treatment (<0.01). In the control group, there were no significant differences in F wave parameters pre- and post-treatment (p > 0.05). Conclusion: Caudal ESIs were shown to provide short-term improvement of nerve function as evident by improvement in the electrophysiological parameters sensitive to radiculopathy. It was found to be superior to standard physical therapy in this regard. Advances in knowledge: This work shows a novel electrophysiologic evidence of the short-term efficacy ultrasound-guided caudal ESI.


Pain Practice ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
pp. 12-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
José Cid ◽  
José L. De La Calle ◽  
Esther López ◽  
Cristina Del Pozo ◽  
Alfredo Perucho ◽  
...  

2018 ◽  
Vol 08 (03) ◽  
pp. 163-167
Author(s):  
Abida Arif ◽  
Ghousia Shahid ◽  
Muhammad Arif Siddique ◽  
Khalid Aziz ◽  
Muhammad Faisal Fahim

Objective: To evaluate the effect of therapeutic exercises on pregnancy related low back pain in a tertiary care hospital of Karachi. Material & Methods: This was a quasi-experimental study with non-probability convenience sampling technique. Study was carried out at Liaquat National Hospital Karachi. Patients were divided into two groups (Experimental and Control). Inclusion criteria were age <30 years, 2nd and 3rd trimester, stable medical status and those who gave the informed consent. Exclusion were pregnancy induced hypertension (>140/90mmHg), Cardiac disease, diabetes mellitus, persistent vaginal bleeding, history of miscarriages, decreased foetal movement. Data was collected through assessment Modified Oswestry Low back pain disability questionnaire. SPSS version 23.0 was used to analyze the data. Results: A total of 30 samples were selected for the study. There were 15 respondents in experimental while 15 in control group. Disability levels were found to be significantly decreased after post treatment in experimental group with P-value= 0.002. It was seen that number of patients was increased from 1(6.7%) to 6(40%) in minimal disability group whereas crippled back pain group in pre-treatment group was totally shifted towards minimal or moderate pain 3(20.0%) and no case was seen in post-treatment. Conclusion: Low back pain in pregnancy can disturb daily life routine but exercise therapy and proper counselling will lead stress free life to female in gestation. After post treatment in experimental group showed decrease in pain as compare to control group who were not provided any exercise therapy. Working women in experimental group also showed decrease by crippled back pain to moderate pain after exercise. So in the end researcher suggest that physiotherapy exercises play a vital role in reducing Low Back Pelvic Pain (LBPP) during pregnancy.


Author(s):  
Bianca Martins de Souza ◽  
Daiane Oliveira da Silva ◽  
Lais Paraguai Justo ◽  
Leandro Lazzareschi ◽  
Daniela Aparecida Biasotto-Gonzalez ◽  
...  

Background: Low back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems among workers. Studies estimate that 90% of the adults will suffer at least one episode of low back pain in life that will lead to the temporary interruption of work. A type of exercise that has gained increasing popularity among individuals with low back pain in the last decade is the Pilates method. Objective: Determine the influence of the Pilates method on improvements in pain, kinesiophobia, central sensitization and function in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain. Methods: Thirty-four male and female volunteers between 18 and 35 years of age with a complaint of nonspecific low back pain for at least three months will be divided into two groups: Pilates method and control group. An evaluation chart created by the authors will be used to collect data on personal information, history of diseases, alcohol use, smoking, pain intensity (visual analog scale) and medications used. The Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia, Central Sensitization Questionnaire and Oswestry Disability Index will also be administered. Pilates exercises will be performed three time per week for four weeks and administered by a researcher with adequate training in the method. Reevaluations will be performed after the sixth treatment session in the Pilates group, two weeks after the initial evaluation in the control group, after the 12th session in the Pilates group and after four weeks in the control group. Another reevaluation will be performed three months after treatment. Results: The data will be submitted to statistical analysis and the level of significance will be set to 5%. Conclusion: Based on the results analyzed it will be possible to determine the influence of Pilates Method on improvements in pain, kinesiophobia, central sensitization and function in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain.


2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 45
Author(s):  
Siti Harwanti ◽  
Budi Aji ◽  
Nur Ulfah

ABSTRACT Low back pain ( LBP ) is a musculoskeletal disorder that occurs in the lower back which can be caused by various diseases and  activity of the body being less good. One effort to overcome the LBP is back exercise. The research purpose is to find out the effect of back exercise therapy which concern to lowering painful complaint of batik artisants in Kauman village Sokaraja subsdistrict. This research is using Quasi Experiment technique phenomenological non equivalen control group design (pre -post test). Sample taking is using purposive sampling technique. Data analysis use Friedman experiment for treatment group and Repeated Annova experiment for control group. Experiment analysis is different between treatment group and control group with using Mann Whitney experiment. The result of Friedman experiment in treatment group shows that p-value=0,000(p<0,05), it means the therapy those given is effective to lowering painful complaint. The result of Repeated Annova experiment in control group shows that p-value=0,234(p>0,05), it means the painful complaint seems not different in control group. The result of Mann Whitney experiment shows that p-value=0,000(p<0,05) it means there are differences between painful complaint in treatment group and control group after doing back exercise. There is the effect by giving back exercise therapy which concern to lowering the complaint of low back pain for batik artisants in Kauman village Sokaraja subdistrict.   Key words: Handmade Batik, Low back pain, back exercise


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