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Low back pain in adults: a puzzle for the nurse in primary care?

Year: 2016

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction Low back pain, or back pain is a leading cause of disability worldwide1, threatening function, mental health and quality of life2,3 and is managed mostly within primary care. In the Republic of Ireland (ROI) approximately 35.5% of the population experiences chronic pain.4,5 Back pain is the most common cause of chronic pain in Europe6 as well as in the ROI (47.6%).4

Source: Lenus, The Irish Health Repository (Dr Steevens Hospital Library)

Author: Laserina O’Connor

Language: English

Topic: Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation

Subfield: Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2290414601

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