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Short-term effect on pain and function of neurophysiological education and sensorimotor retraining compared to usual physiotherapy in patients with chronic or recurrent non-specific low back pain, a pilot randomized controlled trial.

Author: KoolJan, LuomajokiHannu, WältiPhilipp

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.
Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov'tResearch funding provided by government agencies outside the United States.

Overview

Chronic low back pain without a specific cause (NSCLBP) is a major health problem. Researchers are developing a multi-modal treatment (MMT) for people with moderate to severe back pain that includes education on pain, sensory training, and exercises. This study is a smaller trial to test whether MMT is feasible before launching a larger study. The study will look at how well patients follow the treatment plan and how MMT compares to standard physiotherapy for pain and disability.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Non-specific chronic low back pain (NSCLBP) is a major health problem. Identification of subgroups and appropriate treatment regimen was proposed as a key priority by the Cochrane Back Review Group. We developed a multimodal treatment (MMT) for patients with moderate to severe disability and medium ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4413527/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

A Multimodal Approach to Chronic Low Back Pain

The field of [pain management] is a vast desert, with many hidden oases of knowledge waiting to be discovered. This study focuses on a critical issue in [chronic low back pain] - finding effective treatment methods for patients struggling with this condition. The authors propose a new approach, [multimodal treatment (MMT)], which is like a refreshing oasis in this desert of pain. MMT combines several elements, including [neurophysiological education], [sensory training], and [motor training]. The authors performed a [pilot randomized controlled trial] to test the feasibility and short-term effects of this new oasis. They discovered that MMT was effective in reducing pain and disability in patients with chronic low back pain. This study found that [MMT improved patients' adherence] which could lead to long-term positive outcomes.

Unlocking the Potential of MMT

This study suggests that MMT may be a promising treatment option for patients with [chronic low back pain]. The results show that [MMT was superior to usual physiotherapy] in terms of [short-term effects on pain and disability]. This is a very exciting discovery, particularly given the significant impact of [chronic low back pain] on patients' lives.

Back Pain Management for Everyone

The findings of this study are encouraging for patients suffering from [chronic low back pain]. They suggest that [MMT] may be a valuable tool in [pain management]. As the study continues to investigate the effects of MMT on a larger scale, it may ultimately offer a more tailored and effective approach to [chronic low back pain] treatment.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study is an important step towards finding new and effective solutions for patients with [chronic low back pain]. Like a camel navigating through the vast desert, this research is a beacon of hope for finding a way to alleviate the suffering of these patients. The results suggest that a multimodal approach may be the key to creating a more peaceful oasis in the desert of chronic back pain.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2016-02-11
  2. Date Revised 2022-03-17
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

25887550

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC4413527

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