A Health- and Resource-Oriented Perspective on NSLBP.
Cornelia Rolli Salathé1, Achim Elfering1
1Department of Work and Organizational Psychology, Institute of Psychology, University of Bern, Fabrikstrasse 8, 3012 Bern, Switzerland.
ISRN Pain
|June 24, 2016
Summary
Nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) research often focuses on illness, but this review explores health resources. Understanding coping strategies and protective factors can improve function and prevent chronic pain and work absence.
Area of Science:
- Health Sciences
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) is a significant health concern with substantial personal and economic impacts.
- Extensive research exists on NSLBP development, risk factors, and treatments, yet resources supporting health and recovery are under-explored.
- A PubMed search revealed over 22,980 articles on low back pain, highlighting the volume of research but also the gap in salutogenetic approaches.
Purpose of the Study:
- To elucidate therapeutic measures that enhance coping abilities for chronic nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP).
- To identify strategies that promote normal functioning in individuals with chronic NSLBP.
- To explore resources that protect against the initial onset of NSLBP or its progression to chronicity and associated work absence.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review focusing on salutogenesis and resource-oriented approaches to NSLBP.
- Analysis of existing research to identify factors promoting resilience and recovery.
- Synthesis of findings to understand protective mechanisms against NSLBP development and chronicity.
Main Results:
- Therapeutic interventions that bolster coping mechanisms are crucial for managing chronic NSLBP and enabling daily functioning.
- Identifying and leveraging protective resources can prevent the onset of NSLBP and mitigate the risk of developing chronic conditions.
- Focusing on health-promoting resources offers a complementary perspective to traditional illness-focused research in NSLBP.
Conclusions:
- A salutogenetic approach, emphasizing health resources and coping strategies, is vital for a comprehensive understanding of NSLBP.
- Further research into protective factors can inform interventions aimed at preventing NSLBP and reducing its societal burden.
- Understanding resources that enhance resilience can improve patient outcomes and reduce work-related disability associated with NSLBP.
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