INVESTIGATION OF PSYCHOSOCIAL AND FUNCTIONAL DYNAMICS IN INDIVIDUALS WITH CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN

Authors : Tuba Yerlikaya, Alikemal Yazıcı, Adile Öniz

Pages : 352-360

Doi:10.21653/tjpr.1417825

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Publication Date : 2024-12-23

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Purpose: The aim of this study was to compare the functional status, psychological status, quality of life and disability levels of individuals with chronic low back pain (LBP) of different origins with healthy individuals. Methods: A total of 141 individuals, including healthy, nonspecific, non-radiculopathy and radiculopathy groups, participated in the study. Measurements included, the International Physical Activity Questionnaire, physical endurance tests, Visual Analogue Scale, Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire, Trait Anxiety Inventory, Fear Avoidance Beliefs questionnaire and Nottingham Health Profile. Results: Psychological status, disability level and quality of life scores except anxiety level in individuals with chronic LBP differed significantly in the lowest nonspecific group and the highest in the radiculopathy group (p<0.001). Trunk extensor endurance showed a significant difference in favour of the healthy group compared to the other groups, whereas trunk flexion endurance showed a significant difference between all groups. A good correlation was found between the pain level of the patients with the quality of life and fear avoidance behavior, and a very good correlation was found with the disability level (p<0.001, r=0.666, r=0.790, r=0.865, respectively). Conclusion: Due to the differences in the endurance levels and psychosocial situation between patients with low back pain, it is important to plan for the treatment taking into account both the physical and psychological needs of the individual change.
Keywords : Anksiyete, Korku, Bel Ağrısı, Yaşam Kalitesi