Managing low-back pain in rural Uganda: a qualitative study exploring the perspectives and practices of frontline health workers regarding LBP management in primary care

Managing low-back pain in rural Uganda: a qualitative study exploring the perspectives and practices of frontline health workers regarding LBP management in primary care

Abstract Background and aims Low-back pain (LBP) is the main cause of years lived with disabilities (YLDs) worldwide and the second cause of YLDs in Uganda. In 2019, it was responsible for 7.4% of global YLDs and 5% of YLDs in Uganda. LBP takes a significant toll on people’s quality of life and disp...

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Main Authors: Paul Harscouët, Gloria Ndekezi Chimpaye, Herman Kazibwe, Jerome Kabakyenga, Denise O’Callaghan, Catherine Blake, Brian Caulfield, Cliona O’Sullivan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2025-02-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Subjects:
Low-Back Pain
Primary care
Musculoskeletal Management
Health System
Care pathways
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12891-024-08164-9
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