Evaluation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Improving Pain, Fear Avoidance, and Self-Efficacy in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is commonly adopted in pain management programs for patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP). However, the benefits of CBT are still unclear.

Objectives

This review investigated the effectiveness of CBT on pain, disability, fear avoidance, and self-efficacy in patients with CLBP.

Methods

Databases including PubMed, EMBASE, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and PsycINFO were searched. RCTs examining the effects of CBT in adults with CLBP were included. The data about the outcome of pain, disability, fear avoidance, and self-efficacy were retained. Subgroup analysis about the effects of CBT on posttreatment was conducted according to CBT versus control groups (waiting list/usual care, active therapy) and concurrent CBT ver

SUBMITTER: Yang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8957446 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature