Musculoskeletal myths

J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2012 Apr;16(2):165-82. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2011.11.003. Epub 2011 Dec 16.

Abstract

This paper discusses a number of common myths in the musculoskeletal pain management and rehabilitation/athletic development fields. The origins or rationale for these beliefs are reviewed. New scientific evidence disputing or refuting the myth is then presented followed by and explanation and evidence for an updated perspective.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Attitude to Health
  • Back Pain / physiopathology
  • Back Pain / psychology*
  • Back Pain / rehabilitation*
  • Chronic Pain / physiopathology
  • Chronic Pain / psychology
  • Chronic Pain / rehabilitation
  • Fear / psychology
  • Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice*
  • Humans
  • Intervertebral Disc Displacement / physiopathology
  • Intervertebral Disc Displacement / psychology*
  • Intervertebral Disc Displacement / rehabilitation*