Factors influencing disability in patients with chronic low back pain attending a tertiary hospital in sub-Saharan Africa.

Marie DouallaJeannine Anyingu AmindeLeopold Ndemnge AmindeFernando Kemta LekpaFelix Mangan KwediEmmanuel Vubo YenshuAlain Mefire Chichom

Published in: BMC musculoskeletal disorders (2019)

CLBP is associated with significant disability and this relationship is driven by several factors. Multidisciplinary management strategies especially those targeted to improve pain control, manage BBDS and improve psychological wellbeing could reduce disability and improve quality of life.

Keyphrases

multiple sclerosis
chronic pain
neuropathic pain
depressive symptoms
drug delivery