A quasi-randomised, controlled, feasibility trial of GLITtER (Green Light Imaging Interpretation to Enhance Recovery)-a psychoeducational intervention for adults with low back pain attending secondary care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Although it is broadly accepted that clinicians should endeavour to reassure patients with low back pain, to do so can present a significant clinical challenge. Guidance for how to provide effective reassurance is scarce and there may be a need to counter patient concerns arising from misinterpretation of spinal imaging findings. 'GLITtER' (Green Light Imaging Intervention to Enhance Recovery) was developed as a standardised method of communicating imaging findings in a manner that is reassuring and promotes engagement in an active recovery. This feasibility study is an important step towards definitive testing of its effect.

Methods

This feasibility study was a prospective, quasi-randomised, parallel trial with longitudinal follow-up, involving sampling of patien

SUBMITTER: Karran EL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5797685 | biostudies-literature | 2018

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature