Social factors contributing to the development of chronic low back pain: a scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Research and clinical practice approaches to chronic low back pain (CLBP) have predominantly focused on biomedical and psychological aspects, often overlooking social influences. The biopsychosocial (BPS) model provides a theoretical framework for conceptualizing CLBP as the outcome of complex interactions between individuals and their environment, offering valuable insights into its progression and informing effective care strategies. This scoping review seeks to identify social factors contributing to CLBP, and to propose a classification system that offers a complementary perspective on social influences.

Methods

Eight databases were searched following the JBI methodological guidelines for scoping reviews. The reporting of this review is guided by the PRISMA-Sc

SUBMITTER: Sonjon Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12557928 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature