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Title: The Role of Anticipation and Fear of Pain in the Persistence of Avoidance Behavior in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain.
Author: Al-Obaidi, Saud M. PhD, PT *; Nelson, Roger M. PhD, PT, FAPTA +; Al-Awadhi, Sumer PT *; Al-Shuwaie, Nadia PT *
Abstract:
A correlative design using stepwise regression analysis. Objective. To explore the variation in spinal isometric strength that can be accounted for by anticipation of pain, sensory perception of pain, functional disability belief, and the fear-avoidance
Journal: Spine. 25(9):1126-1131, May 1, 2000