Search for dissertations about: "fear-avoidance"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 24 swedish dissertations containing the word fear-avoidance.

  2. 6. Lumbopelvic pain during and after pregnancy : aspects of catastrophizing, fear-avoidance beliefs, physical ability and health-related quality of life

    Author : Christina Olsson; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Back pain; disability; fear of movement; pelvic pain; predictor; women s health;

    Abstract : Background: Every second pregnant woman suffers from lumbopelvic pain, and many report remaining pain postpartum. Lumbopelvic pain affects the woman s life in many ways and it is the main reason for sick leave during pregnancy. READ MORE

  4. 7. Pain and physical activity in rheumatoid arthritis : a cognitive approach in physical therapy

    Author : Stina Lundgren; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : External-internal control; fear-avoidance beliefs; pain and impairment; relaxation training;

    Abstract : A gradual shift towards more active patient involvement has taken place during the past few decades. It is thus important for physical therapists to understand individuals’ cognitive appraisals of health states. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are frequently referred to physical therapy for treatment of pain and activity limitation. READ MORE

  5. 8. Pain-related fear and movement : implications for physiotherapy and public health

    Author : Nina Buer; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Absenteeism; catastrophizing; chronic pain; fear-avoidance beliefs; fractures; general population; low back pain; risk factors; prospective study; psychosocial factors;

    Abstract : Long-term musculoskeletal pain is a large public health problem with serious consequences both for the individual and society. Fear-avoidance beliefs and catastrophizing are powerful cognitions in the process of developing chronic pain problems. Fear-avoidance refers to the avoidance of movement or activities based on fear. READ MORE

  6. 9. Recurrent low-back pain : exercise intervention and predictive factors

    Author : Eva Rasmussen Barr; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Low-back pain; disability; exercises; aerobic fitness; self-efficacy; fear-avoidance; physical health; deconditioning; rehabilitation; predictors; primary care;

    Abstract : Low-back pain continues to be one of the main problems for which subjects seek treatment in primary care. While the natural history of low-back pain is often considered to be good, many sufferers get further episodes that affect well-being as well as quality of life. READ MORE

  7. 10. Vulvodynia : Understanding the Role of Pain-related Behavior

    Author : Linnéa Engman; Ida Flink; Steven J. Linton; Johanna Ekdahl; Sophie Bergeron; Örebro universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Vulvodynia; PVD; Pain-related behavior; Avoidance behavior; Endurance behavior; Pain catastrophizing; Cognitive behavioral therapy;

    Abstract : Over the last decades, psychological mechanisms have been identified as key in the understanding of pain development and maintenance of vulvodynia. Furthermore, psychological treatments in the form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) have proven helpful for those suffering. READ MORE