Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Jan 2017
Review Meta AnalysisIs There a Relationship Between Lumbar Proprioception and Low Back Pain? A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis.
To systematically review the relationship between lumbar proprioception and low back pain (LBP). ⋯ Patients with LBP have impaired lumbar proprioception compared with controls when measured actively in sitting positions (particularly those in the O'Sullivan flexion impairment subgroup) or via TTDPM. Clinicians should consider the relationship between sitting and proprioception in LBP and subgroup patients to guide management. Further studies focusing on subgroups, longitudinal assessment, and improving proprioception measurement are needed.