Abstract
Although clinical guidelines for low back pain (LBP) are clearly described, many healthcare providers (physicians and physiotherapists) struggle to apply them consistently. In particular, performing accurate triage and systematically screening for psychosocial risk factors (such as fear, negative beliefs, and work-related stress) is often insufficient. As a result, the focus tends to remain too much on physical causes, while the broader biopsychosocial context receives limited attention. This can lead to suboptimal care and an increased risk of developing chronic low back pain.
Currently, there is no suitable instrument to evaluate guideline-adherent behavior among healthcare providers. This study examines how healthcare providers understand and approach LBP: their knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, and decision-making in the assessment and management of LBP.
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