John Bjørneboe, Andrea Bratsberg, Jens Ivar Brox, Sigrid Skatteboe, Maja Wilhelmsen, Kjetil Magne Samuelsen, Gunn Hege Marchand, Tonje Flørenes, Maja Garnaas Kielland, Cecilie Røe
Back and neck pain are common in the population, especially among immigrants. In Norway's specialist care system, treating these patients typically involves a multidisciplinary approach based on the biopsychosocial model. However, language and cultural differences may create barriers to participation. Immigrants are often underrepresented in clinical studies, but a register-based approach can enhance their participation in research. This study aimed to compare both the symptom burden, and treatment, among Norwegians, non-Norwegians, and patients requiring translator service for back and neck pain within the Norwegian specialist care system...
February 15, 2024: Scientific Reports