Medula
Vol 15 No 2 (2025): Medula

LOW BACK PAIN: Literature Review

Shafia, Anindya (Unknown)
Ismunandar, Helmi (Unknown)
Putri, Giska Tri (Unknown)
Saftarina, Fitria (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
03 Jul 2025

Abstract

Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems and a leading cause of disability and global productivity loss. This condition can be either acute or chronic and is caused by various factors, including mechanical, radicular, and nociplastic components. The complexity of its etiology and the variability of treatment responses necessitate a comprehensive and multidimensional approach. This study is a literature review that examines scientific articles obtained from databases such as PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar. The articles reviewed were published between 2015-2025 and discussed aspects of  definition, epidemiology, classification, diagnosis, and pharmacological and non-pharmacological management of LBP. The review found that LBP has a high global prevalence, particularly among the productive age group and the elderly. Risk factors include biomechanical, psychosocial, and lifestyle aspects. Management of LBP involves pharmacological treatments (NSAIDs, tramadol, duloxetine) and non-pharmacological approaches (physical exercise, education, multidisciplinary rehabilitation). LBP is a complex public health issue with significant economic and social burdens. Effective management strategies require a biopsychosocial approach, appropriate use of screening tools, and multifactorial interventions tailored to the type and phase of pain. Prevention through education and physical activity has also proven effective in reducing the risk of LBP occurrence.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

medula

Publisher

Subject

Education Medicine & Pharmacology Neuroscience Public Health

Description

Medical Profession Journal of Lampung didirkan pada tahun 2013. Medula hadir memenuhi kebutuhan publikasi jurnal bagi mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran, Dosen ataupun klinisi dan profesi lain dibidang kedokteran. Medula diterbitkan dengan frekuensi 4 kali dalam setahun yang tiap nomornya mencakup 30 ...