Prevalence and pattern of co-occurring musculoskeletal pain and its association with back-related disability among people with persistent low back pain: protocol for a systematic review and meta-analysis

DiscussionGiven the lack of standard terms used to define co-occurring musculoskeletal pain, the search strategy will include the broader term “back pain,” different terms for the “other co-occurring pain,” and specific study designs combined with several exclusion terms. The results of this proposed review will identify the prevalence and patterns of co-occurring musculoskeletal pain among those with persistent low back pain, whic h is likely to inform clinical management, research, and policy in management of musculoskeletal disorders.Systematic review registrationPROSPEROCRD42017068807
Source: Systematic Reviews - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research