Table 2 Demographic and clinical characteristics of the participants at baseline
Characteristics | Global group (n = 20) | Segmental group (n = 20) |
|---|---|---|
Age (years) (mean ± SD) | 50 ± 11 | 44 ± 13 |
Education (n) | ||
Primary | 4 (20%) | 5 (25%) |
Secondary | 6 (30%) | 7 (35%) |
University | 10 (50%) | 8 (40%) |
Marital status (n) | ||
Married | 13 (65%) | 9 (45%) |
Not married | 7 (35%) | 11 (55%) |
Occupation (n) | ||
Have a job outdoors | 8 (40%) | 14 (70%) |
Housewife or insurance security | 12 (60%) | 6 (30%) |
BMI (kg/cm2) | 28.4 ± 5.1 | 28.2 ± 4.9 |
Pain duration (years) (median (IQR)) | 10 (5, 16) | 7 (4, 10) |
Use medication for pain (n) | 16 (80%) | 13 (65%) |
Pain modulation (n)a | ||
Relaxation or rest | 14 (70%) | 13 (65%) |
Medication or physical exercise | 9 (45%) | 15 (75%) |
None | 3 (15%) | 1 (5%) |