Investigating the Psychosocial Impact of Chronic Low Back Pain on Patients Undergoing Physical Therapy

Authors

Thamer M. Alshammary, AbdulAziz O. Alotaibi, Ahmed A. Alzahrani, Turki A. Aljabaan

Abstract

Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a prevalent condition with significant physical and psychosocial ramifications. This study investigates the psychosocial impact of CLBP on patients undergoing physical therapy. Utilizing a mixed-methods design, 120 participants were assessed for pain intensity, functional disability, psychological distress, and social functioning before and after a 12-week physical therapy intervention. Quantitative results indicated significant reductions in pain and disability, alongside improvements in anxiety, depression, and social functioning. Qualitative interviews further highlighted enhanced emotional well-being, coping strategies, and social interactions. These findings underscore the multifaceted benefits of physical therapy, emphasizing the need for holistic treatment approaches that address both physical and psychosocial dimensions of CLBP.

Keywords

Chronic low back pain, psychosocial impact, physical therapy, pain management, psychological distress, social functioning, mixed-methods study.

Investigating the Psychosocial Impact of Chronic Low Back Pain on Patients Undergoing Physical Therapy. Thamer M. Alshammary, AbdulAziz O. Alotaibi, Ahmed A. Alzahrani, Turki A. Aljabaan. 2022. IJIRCT, Volume 8, Issue 2. Pages 1-8. https://www.ijirct.org/viewPaper.php?paperId=2407014