Challenges and Perspectives in Treating Individuals With Musculoskeletal Disorders and Comorbidity: A Systematic Literature Review With a Descriptive Thematic Synthesis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The prevalence of comorbidity amongst individuals seeking care for musculoskeletal disorders is rising. This underscores the importance of understanding how health care professionals are managing individuals with musculoskeletal disorders and comorbidity.

Objectives

To analyse the existing literature focusing on healthcare professionals' challenges and perspectives in managing individuals with musculoskeletal disorders and comorbidity.

Methods

A comprehensive search was conducted across four databases: PubMed, CINAHL, Embase and Scopus, focusing on healthcare professionals' experiences of treating individuals with musculoskeletal disorders and comorbidity. The review included studies of a qualitative nature that explored healthcare professionals' experience

SUBMITTER: Romer LC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12495375 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature