• J Occup Rehabil · Dec 1996

    Changes in psychopathology following functional restoration of chronic low back pain patients: A prospective study.

    • E Owen-Salters, R J Gatchel, P B Polatin, and T G Mayer.
    • PRIDE Research Foundation, Dallas.
    • J Occup Rehabil. 1996 Dec 1;6(4):215-23.

    AbstractPast research has consistently demonstrated high rates of psychopathology in patients disabled with chronic low back pain. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate whether functional restoration treatment of these patients would lead to significant changes in psychopathology. Fifty-six patients were evaluated for current psychiatric disorders, using a structured clinical interview for DSM-III-R disorders, upon admission to a comprehensive 3 week functional restoration program, and again at 6 months following their rehabilitation. Results clearly documented significant decreases in prevalence rates of psychiatric disorders, particularly somatoform pain disorder and major depression. Such findings demonstrate that effective rehabilitation can significantly decrease the high rates of psychopathology commonly found in chronic low back pain patients.

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