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Date of Award
Spring 2025
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Kevin Basile, MD
Abstract
Low back pain (LBP) remains one of the leading causes of disability and one of the common complaints seen worldwide. Despite established guidelines to manage acute LBP, significant barriers persist for both patients and providers, contributing to suboptimal care. Through a review of current literature and analysis of provider and patient perspectives, this capstone project explores the various challenges in LBP management, such as access limitations, misaligned expectations or limited patient education, and systemic constraints. It concludes with specific recommendations for a multidisciplinary, system-level approach to improve outcomes through prioritizing patient education, care coordination, and policy reform.
Recommended Citation
Lin, Vicki, "Exploring Barriers in Low Back Pain Management: Patient and Provider Perspectives" (2025). Capstone Showcase. 42.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2025/pa/42
Exploring Barriers in Low Back Pain Management: Patient and Provider Perspectives
Low back pain (LBP) remains one of the leading causes of disability and one of the common complaints seen worldwide. Despite established guidelines to manage acute LBP, significant barriers persist for both patients and providers, contributing to suboptimal care. Through a review of current literature and analysis of provider and patient perspectives, this capstone project explores the various challenges in LBP management, such as access limitations, misaligned expectations or limited patient education, and systemic constraints. It concludes with specific recommendations for a multidisciplinary, system-level approach to improve outcomes through prioritizing patient education, care coordination, and policy reform.