Research studies focusing on the fear-avoidance model have expanded considerably since
the review by Vlaeyen and Linton (Vlaeyen JWS & Linton, SJ (2000). Fear-avoidance and its …

Background Low back pain is costly and disabling. Prognostic factor evidence can help
healthcare providers and patients understand likely prognosis, inform the development of …

INTERVENTIONS-MANUAL THERAPY: Clinicians should consider utilizing thrust
manipulative procedures to reduce pain and disability in patients with mobility deficits and …

During the last few years, nostalgia has become a fashion in Taiwan.“Nostalgic” restaurants
are becoming common in Taiwan. A nostalgic restaurant can be a hot pot restaurant …

Spinal disorders are among the most common medical conditions, having a significant
impact on health-related quality of life, use of health care resources and socioeconomic …

OBJECTIVE: In patients with chronic pain, catastrophizing is a significant determinant of self-
rated pain intensity and disability. The Pain Catastrophizing Scale (PCS) was developed to …

Objectives: In regards to pain‐related fear, this study aimed to:(1) identify existing measures
and review their measurement properties, and (2) identify the optimum measure for specific …

Background Psychologically informed practice emphasizes routine identification of
modifiable psychological risk factors being highlighted. Objective The purpose of this study …

Abstract Purpose of Review Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and chronic pain often co-
occur. Understanding the shared mechanisms, signs to identify PTSD, and treatment options …

Study Design Validity and test-retest reliability of questionnaires related to the fear-
avoidance model (FAM). Objectives To investigate test-retest reliability, construct …