A cross-sectional study of associations between kinesiophobia, pain, disability, and quality of life in patients with chronic low back pain

Abstract Background: Low back pain is a significant health problem condition due to high prevalence among the general population. Emotions and physical factors are believed to play a role in chronic low back pain. Kinesiophobia is one of the most extreme forms of fear of pain due to movement or re-injury. The purpose of this study was to investigate the association between kinesiophobia and pain intensity, disability and quality of life in people with chronic low back pain. Methods: The study included 132 individuals with chronic back pain, with ages between 18 and 65 years old. Kinesiophobi...