Back beliefs among elderly seeking health care due to back pain; psychometric properties of the Norwegian version of the back beliefs questionnaire.

Alexander TingulstadRikke MunkMargreth GrotleØrjan VigdalKjersti StorheimBirgitta Langhammer

Published in: BMC musculoskeletal disorders (2019)

The Norwegian version of the BBQ demonstrated acceptable test-retest reliability and good construct validity and can be used to assess pessimistic beliefs in elderly patients with back pain.

Keyphrases

psychometric properties
healthcare
middle aged
community dwelling
mental health