Nonpharmacological Interventions for Chronic Pain in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background and objectives

Gate control theory and fear-avoidance model of chronic pain posit that biopsychosocial factors can modulate pain. Nonpharmacological interventions are recommended in managing chronic pain, but little information is available regarding their efficacy in older adults. We examined and compared the efficacy of different nonpharmacological intervention approaches for chronic pain management among older adults via meta-analysis and subgroup analysis.

Research design and methods

Following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines (PROSPERO number CRD42020222767), a systematic search was undertaken using MEDLINE, Embase, and PsycINFO up to March 21, 2022. Randomized controlled trials were included, and data

SUBMITTER: Leung DKY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11519036 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature