A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY OF THE RESULTS OF PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT IN CHRONIC PAIN MANAGEMENT

Indian journal of physical therapy 2026

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Authors: Garima Tripathi, Girish Lavjibhai Baldha, Arunachalam Ramchandran, Vaibhav Dave, Prachi Oza
DOI: 10.63299/ijopt.070104
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Abstract

This retrospective study examined the effectiveness of physiotherapy interventions in managing chronic pain among 346 patients treated at multidisciplinary pain clinics over a 24-month period. The primary outcome measures included Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) pain scores, Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire (RMDQ), and Oswestry Disability Index (ODI). Secondary measures assessed functional mobility, quality of life, and treatment adherence rates. Results demonstrated significant improvements in pain intensity with mean VAS reduction from 7.2±1.8 to 4.1±2.3 (p

Fields of Study & Subjects

Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation Pain Management and Treatment Medical Practices and Rehabilitation

Publication details

Journal / source
Indian journal of physical therapy
Volume
7
Issue
1
Pages
203–219
Publication date
1 February 2026