Association between pain type, physical activity and regional function in individuals with chronic low back pain

Siva Harini Y, Balamurugan B, Antony Leo Aseer P, Subbiah K, Angeline R

Siva Harini Y, Balamurugan B, Antony Leo Aseer P, Subbiah K, Angeline R – Association between pain type, physical activity and regional function in individuals with chronic low back pain –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2025; 25(4); 129-133

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZGA431YTPJ

Abstract
Background. Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is often associated with disability and decreased quality of life. Understanding the distinction between nociceptive and neuropathic pain is important, as each may differently affect physical activity and function.
Aim. To examine the association between pain type, physical activity, and regional function in individuals with CLBP.
Methodology. A total of 70 participants aged 20–55 years with CLBP were recruited. Pain type was classified using the Leeds Assessment of Neuropathic Symptoms and Signs (LANSS). Physical activity was assessed with the Global Physical Activity Questionnaire (GPAQ), and regional function was evaluated using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). An independent t-test was performed to analyze the data.
Results. The neuropathic pain group showed significantly higher pain intensity (p < 0.01), greater functional disability (p < 0.01), and lower levels of physical activity (p < 0.01) compared to the nociceptive group. A strong negative correlation was observed between physical activity and disability, emphasizing the role of active management in CLBP.
Conclusion. Individuals with neuropathic pain experience more severe disability and engage in less physical activity than those with nociceptive pain. Assessing the pain type is essential in determining appropriate rehabilitation strategies for managing CLBP.
Key words
chronic low back pain, neuropathic pain, nociceptive pain, physical activity, disability
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Efficacy of gabapentin phonophoresis on post mastectomy intercostobrachial neuralgia

Ashwag S. Alsharidah

 

Ashwag S. Alsharidah – Efficacy of gabapentin phonophoresis on post mastectomy intercostobrachial neuralgia –  Fizjoterapia Polska 2024; 24(2); 23-27

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56984/8ZG56084SR

Abstract

Aim. To investigate the efficacy of gabapentin phonophoresis for neuropathic pain management in intercostobrachial neuralgia cases. Material and methods. Fifty-seven females with intercostobrachial neuralgia were randomly collected then allocated into two groups, Study group (gabapentin phonophoresis) and Control group (gabapentin gel). Study group: received gabapentin phonophoresis 4 times/week for 4 weeks (a total of 16 sessions) using continuous ultrasound (1 MHz, 1.5 W/cm2, for 5 minutes). Control group: received topical 6% w/w gabapentin gel three times per day for 4 weeks on the affected site. The methods of assessment included visual analogue scale (VAS) and Neuropathic pain scale (NPS). All measurements were collected before the beginning of the study and after the end of the treatment (after 4 weeks). Results, There was no significant difference between both groups in VAS (= 0.43) and NPS (= 0.46) pre-treatment. Comparison between groups post treatment revealed a significant decrease in VAS and NPS of study group compared with that of control group (p < 0.001). The percentage of decrease in VAS of study group and control group was 51.32% and 43.03% respectively while the percent of decrease in NPS was 50.79% and 45.05% respectively. Conclusion, It was concluded that conduction of gabapentin gel topically or by using phonophoresis is safe and effective method for neuropathic pain management and can alleviate pain intensity; however, phonophoresis achieved better results and was superior to traditional gel application.

Keywords
intercostobrachial neuralgia, neuropathic pain (NP), neuropathic pain scale (NPS) and gabapentin phonophoresis
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Treatment of acute and chronic spinal pain syndrome

Mirosław Janiszewski, Ireneusz Pieszyński

Mirosław Janiszewski, Ireneusz Pieszyński – Treatment of acute and chronic spinal pain syndrome. Fizjoterapia Polska 2004; 4(3); 288-291

Abstract

This article discusses the pathogenesis of pain in acute and chronic spinal pain syndrome, and the factors promoting the progress of spinal pain to chronic status. The use of tolperisone is discussed. Experiments involving 5130 patients have shown very high effectiveness. Decreased symptoms were observed in 73% of the patients, with a very low percentage of undesirable side effects (less than 1%).

Key words:
tolperisone, neuropathic pain, Sodium Channels
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