Association Between Non-spinal Comorbid Medical Conditions and Neuropathic Low Back Pain. - A Further Unravelling of Pain Complexities in the Context of Back Pain.

ABSTRACT: Study DesignProspective cohort study.ObjectiveUnderstanding the complex nature of low back pain (LBP) is crucial for effective management. The PainDETECT questionnaire is a tool that distinguishes between neuropathic (NeP) and nociceptive (NoP) low back pain. Traditionally NeP and NoP have been primarily attributed to patho-anatomical abnormalities within the lumbar spine. However, increasing evidence points to multifaceted involvement, encompassing a range of physical, biomechanical, chemical, and psychosocial factors. The study aimed to determine the independent relationship between NeP as assessed by the PainDETECT questionnaire and non-spinal comorbid medical conditions.MethodsA prospective cohort study was conducted involving 400 patients suffering from chronic LBP (>6months), aged >1

SUBMITTER: Sima S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11571500 | biostudies-literature | 2025 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature