A brief intervention utilising visual feedback reduces pain and enhances tactile acuity in CLBP patients.

Author: ErkSarah, FuchsBenedikt, GallhoferBernd, HajakGöran, KüblerAndrea, LautenbacherStefan, MuellerMarcus, TrappWolfgang, WeinbergerMatthias

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BACKGROUND: Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a serious health problem in industrialised countries and the efficacy of current treatment options is unsatisfying. OBJECTIVE: The present study examines the effects of a combined intervention that utilizes visual feedback, motion and sensory discriminati...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.3233/BMR-140561

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Visual Feedback: A New Path for Chronic Low Back Pain

Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a common and debilitating condition that can significantly impact quality of life. This study explores the potential of a combined intervention that utilizes visual feedback, motion, and sensory discrimination training to reduce pain and enhance tactile acuity in CLBP patients.

Researchers sought a way to empower individuals with CLBP to regain control over their pain and improve their overall function. The study's innovative approach, using visual feedback and tactile discrimination training, was like finding a new path through the desert, one that utilizes a unique blend of visual and sensory elements to reach a desired destination.

A Promising Oasis in the Desert of Back Pain

The study found that the visual feedback intervention had a significant effect on self-reported pain and sensory discrimination threshold in CLBP patients. This indicates that visual feedback could be a valuable tool in managing pain and improving function. It's like finding a hidden oasis in the vast desert of back pain, offering a place of respite and healing.

Empowering Patients with Visual Feedback

This research highlights the potential of utilizing visual feedback to enhance pain management and tactile perception. It offers a potential way to empower individuals with CLBP by giving them a clearer understanding of their bodies and helping them develop strategies for pain relief and improved function.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study suggests that visual feedback could be a valuable tool for managing chronic low back pain, a condition that can feel like navigating an endless desert of discomfort. By providing patients with a visual understanding of their bodies, visual feedback can help them regain control over their pain and improve their overall function. This approach holds promise for empowering individuals with CLBP and guiding them towards a path of pain relief and healing.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-07-26
  2. Date Revised 2018-12-02
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

25391329

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.3233/BMR-140561

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