The Relationship Between Upper Extremity Exercise Capacity, Respiratory and Peripheral Muscle Strength in Chronic Low Back Pain

The Relationship Between Upper Extremity Exercise Capacity, Respiratory and Peripheral Muscle Strength and Level of Disability in Individuals With Chronic Low Back Pain

The aim of the study was to evaluate the upper extremity exercise capacity of individuals with chronic low back pain and to investigate its relationship with respiratory muscle strength, peripheral muscle strength, chest expansion, pain, disability level, fear of movement and quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Voluntary participation in the study
• Being aged 18-65
• Chronic low back pain for at least the last 3 months
• Pain intensity according to Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) ≥3

Exclusion Criteria:

• History of cancer
• Presence of spinal infection
• Presence of rheumatological disorders
• Presence of spinal fracture
• Red flag signs
• Having a psychological disorder
• Presence of spinal surgery
• Having radiculopathy
• Presence of anatomical and congenital abnormalities