Efficacy of Self managed Psychoeducation based Pain management program in Reducing Pain Intensity in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain

Chronic low back pain can substantially reduce a patient’s quality of life, affecting physical functioning, emotional well-being, and the capacity to engage in occupational and social activities. Individuals experiencing chronic low back pain often endure significant distress in their daily lives.. Additionally, patients from middle to low socioeconomic backgrounds may face challenges in attending regular sessions designed to manage their chronic low back pain, due to factors such as travel costs, limited awareness, and poor accessibility. Multiple treatment options exist for such patients that may be invasive (surgical) or non-invasive (conservative) in nature.  The program offers a cost-effective, non-invasive, and accessible treatment option for these patients that incorporates psychotherapy and psychoeducation techniques. Notably, there is a paucity of research on Indian patients with chronic low back pain. The subjective pain experience of the patient may be influenced by social, psychological, and cultural factors, necessitating more studies within the Indian context