Back and Neck Pain in Adolescence

Back and Neck Pain in Adolescence: A Prospective Cohort Study Using a German Version of the Young Spine Questionnaire

To validate the German version of the Young Spine Questionnaire (G-YSQ) and to study back and neck pain in adolescents between 10 and 16 years during one year by means of G-YSQ.

In two settings (school, clinics) back and neck pain of 10 to 16 years old adolescents will be assessed by the German Version of the Young Spine Questionnaire at 6 points in time during one year.

Validity, reliability and responsiveness of the G-YSQ will be determined and the development of back and neck pain within a year will be described.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 10 to 16 years old

Exclusion Criteria:

• younger than 10, older than 16