Table 4 Multivariate analyses of baseline prognostic factors for improvement in pain and disability at 4 years (model 1)
Prognostic factors | OR (95% CI) | P-value |
|---|---|---|
Age (years) | ̶ | ̶ |
Sex (female) | ̶ | ̶ |
Pain intensity (NRS) | 1.34 (1.17–1.54) | < 0.0001 |
Episode duration (months) | 0.99 (0.99-1.00) | 0.009 |
Previous LBP episodes | ̶ | ̶ |
Disability (RMDQ) | 1.01 (1.00-1.02) | 0.015 |
Risk of persistent pain | 0.58 (0.38–0.88) | 0.011 |
Regular employment or studying | 1.67 (1.06–2.64) | 0.027 |