Self-management programmes for low back pain

What is it about?

We did a systematic review to see which components make up self-management programmes in low and middle income countries. Nine trials included 730 patients with CLBP. Self-management programmes included three trials on digital intervention, an exercise intervention programme, an educational programme, and a combination of exercises plus usual care. Interventions were compared with usual care or no treatment. Six trials used some form of exercise as a part of the intervention. Self-management programmes guided by physiotherapists may improve pain and disability in adults with CNLBP, although the evidence is limited. Further high-quality randomised controlled trials in LMICs are needed

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Why is it important?

Chronic low back pain is a global challenge with a high prevalence rate. Self-management programmes for chronic low back pain are widely acknowledged as effective. Evidence of self-management programmes in low- and middle-income countries is limited. Self-management programmes may improve the health-related quality of life.