Generic prognostic factors for musculoskeletal pain in primary care: a systematic review.

Majid ArtusPaul CampbellChristian D MallenKate M DunnDanielle A W van der Windt

Published in: BMJ open (2017)

This large review provides new evidence for generic prognostic factors for MSK conditions in primary care. Such factors include pain intensity, widespread pain, high functional disability, somatisation and movement restriction. This information can be used to screen and select patients for targeted treatment in clinical research as well as to inform the management of MSK conditions in primary care.

Keyphrases

prognostic factors
primary care
chronic pain
pain management
neuropathic pain
general practice
high throughput
healthcare
ejection fraction
high intensity
postoperative pain
drug delivery
health information
social media
combination therapy
patient reported outcomes