JAMA Neurol February 2019 PMID 30398542

Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.

Adrian C Traeger, Hopin Lee, Markus Hübscher, Ian W Skinner, G Lorimer Moseley, Michael K Nicholas, Nicholas Henschke, Kathryn M Refshauge, Fiona M Blyth, Chris J Main, Julia M Hush, Serigne Lo, James H McAuley

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Peak: 5 in May 2020
across 5 sources since Dec 2018

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What people are saying

Many posts acknowledge the study's conclusion that intensive education doesn't outperform placebo, with comments like 'pain education not better than placebo,' and references to the research's details, indicating a recognition of its significance but limited deep debate. The tone remains informational rather than emotionally charged, reflecting a neutral stance focused on understanding and sharing the findings.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings that intensive patient education does not significantly outperform placebo in improving low back pain outcomes.

InterestModerate interest

There's a moderate level of curiosity about the study, with some discussions exploring how pain education influences outcomes but no strong enthusiasm.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants demonstrate some engagement by referencing the study's methods and implications, but overall participation remains superficial.

ImpactNeutral impact

The discussions suggest the study's findings are important for shaping clinical approaches but do not seem to cause widespread change or controversy.

Abstract in brief

  • The study compared the effects of intensive patient education versus placebo education on recovery outcomes in patients with recent low back pain, all of whom received standard care.
  • Results focused on pain intensity after 3 months and disability over a year, with participants receiving additional self-management information or active listening as part of the intervention.
  • The trial aimed to determine if more comprehensive education could improve pain and disability outcomes compared to basic reassurance and advice in early low back pain cases.]

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Pierre-Elie Bernard
@PierreElieB · X

Aider les patients à mieux comprendre leur douleur, pour mieux la gérer : c'est le pari de l'Éducation à la Douleur. Quels sont les intérêts et les limites de cette approche ? Je tente un petit recap ici! #teamkiné #DocTocToc https://t.co/WdWJumDb86

May 23, 2020 · 10 likes · 2 shares · 728 followers View post →
Dean Watson PhD
@WatsonHeadache · X

Traeger AC, Lee H, Hubscher M, et al. Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA neurology. Nov 5 2018 See Journal Article https://t.co/ArXw7I30wf #WatsonHeadache #PubMed https://t.co/OLroJoYw3A

Feb 6, 2019 · 3 likes · 1,373 followers View post →
Dean Watson PhD
@WatsonHeadache · X

Pick of the week: Traeger AC, Lee H, Hubscher M, et al. Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA neurology. Nov 5 2018 https://t.co/ArXw7I30wf #WatsonHeadache #PubMed https://t.co/D0cQML96Kp

Feb 1, 2019 · 2 likes · 1,373 followers View post →
Michael Braccio
@MichaelBraccio · X

Does anyone actually spend an hour reassuring/providing PSE during a visit? That seems like a lot… Any insight on why this duration? @AidanCashin @adrian_traeger @Pain_NeuRa https://t.co/oI7nUnSJUE https://t.co/2OhCujSeLh

Jun 21, 2021 · 2 likes · 700 followers View post →
PainChats
@Pain_Chats · X

They then undertook a research study called PREVENT which stands for “Effect of intensive patient education vs placebo patient education on outcomes in patients with acute low back pain: a randomized clinical trial”

Apr 8, 2019 · 2 likes · 293 followers View post →
Paul Bliton
@PaulBliton · X

@jonny_trumble @RayButtsDPTPhD @DrDunning @DrZ_OPTC @EPdrNate @BenjaminEnglan5 @caseyPT23 @DrEscaloniPT Ahhh. Got it Pain education not better than placebo https://t.co/K4PO1l7qdH Exercise not better than placebo https://t.co/KA8IoTW9et https://t.co/T9JVcheZvZ Same for CFT. Plenty more out there. You’re also assuming those who utilize DN, aren’t still doing all of what you are?

Feb 1, 2021 · 1 like · 1,660 followers View post →

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Hsieh-Hsing Wu
@TaiwanOzPhysio · X

RT @Retlouping: More on “painsplaining” ? Interesting study comparing BPS pain education v placebo eduction for LBP patients. No differenc…

Sep 30, 2025 · 11 shares · 999 followers View post →
Lau Saugman
@LSaugman · X

@AsafKlaf Traeger et al. did that: https://t.co/purj81a8Og

Sep 15, 2024 · 143 followers View post →
Lau Saugman
@LSaugman · X

@PaulBliton @Retlouping Yes, but acute LBP: https://t.co/purj81aGDO

Aug 30, 2024 · 143 followers View post →
Malisha
@DerMalisha49310 · X

The way we talk about pain does effect the outcome.. Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial | Neurology | JAMA Neurology | JAMA Network https://t.co/TiZQZF8Z2v

Oct 1, 2023 · 6 followers View post →
Seth Peterson
@DrSethPT · X

Acute LBP: https://t.co/LanETBS4N0 https://t.co/99SCw8XCQw

Nov 30, 2021 · 5,307 followers View post →
André Pontes-Silva
@_psandre · X

The intention is always good, of course, but usually, the advice goes in one ear and out the other https://t.co/gIsrrCMJj5

Jul 24, 2021 · 9,362 followers View post →
Michael Braccio
@MichaelBraccio · X

Does anyone actually spend an hour reassuring/providing PSE during a visit? That seems like a lot… Any insight on why this duration? @AidanCashin @adrian_traeger @Pain_NeuRa https://t.co/oI7nUnSJUE https://t.co/2OhCujSeLh

Jun 21, 2021 · 2 likes · 700 followers View post →
Paul Bliton
@PaulBliton · X

@jonny_trumble @RayButtsDPTPhD @DrDunning @DrZ_OPTC @EPdrNate @BenjaminEnglan5 @caseyPT23 @DrEscaloniPT Ahhh. Got it Pain education not better than placebo https://t.co/K4PO1l7qdH Exercise not better than placebo https://t.co/KA8IoTW9et https://t.co/T9JVcheZvZ Same for CFT. Plenty more out there. You’re also assuming those who utilize DN, aren’t still doing all of what you are?

Feb 1, 2021 · 1 like · 1,660 followers View post →
Osteopathy Australia
@OsteoAust · X

JAMA Neurol. (2018 Nov 5) Effect of intensive patient education vs placebo patient education on outcomes in patients with acute low back pain — a randomized clinical trial. https://t.co/r7HsXWKshA

Sep 13, 2020 · 1 like · 1,307 followers View post →
Milos Djuric
@FizioEdu · X

RT @Retlouping: More on “painsplaining” ? Interesting study comparing BPS pain education v placebo eduction for LBP patients. No differenc…

Jul 12, 2020 · 11 shares · 308 followers View post →
Rachiphile
@joshlavalleeMK · X

RT @PierreElieB: Aider les patients à mieux comprendre leur douleur, pour mieux la gérer : c'est le pari de l'Éducation à la Douleur. Quels…

May 24, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,796 followers View post →
Rachiphile
@joshlavalleeMK · X

RT @Caro_R51: https://t.co/cpGRAK4IiL Comprendre la douleur : mettre du sens sur votre expérience, adapter le comportement à vos attentes d…

May 23, 2020 · 2 shares · 1,796 followers View post →
Vince Théméral
@VinceFromNancy · X

RT @PierreElieB: Aider les patients à mieux comprendre leur douleur, pour mieux la gérer : c'est le pari de l'Éducation à la Douleur. Quels…

May 23, 2020 · 2 shares · 140 followers View post →
Pierre-Elie Bernard
@PierreElieB · X

Aider les patients à mieux comprendre leur douleur, pour mieux la gérer : c'est le pari de l'Éducation à la Douleur. Quels sont les intérêts et les limites de cette approche ? Je tente un petit recap ici! #teamkiné #DocTocToc https://t.co/WdWJumDb86

May 23, 2020 · 10 likes · 2 shares · 728 followers View post →
Myotherapy Assoc
@myotherapyassoc · X

Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain. READ MORE: https://t.co/UR4xQgi77B #Myotherapy #pain #remedialmassage https://t.co/ezPs2zebsR

Dec 12, 2019 · 68 followers View post →
Toby Hall
@DrTobyHall · X

RT @Retlouping: More on “painsplaining” ? Interesting study comparing BPS pain education v placebo eduction for LBP patients. No differenc…

Jul 16, 2019 · 11 shares · 5,582 followers View post →
MarkCroucher2
@MarkCroucher2 · X

Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial | Neurology | JAMA Neurology | JAMA Network https://t.co/fNcW1d2s91

Jun 20, 2019 · 637 followers View post →
MTOnline
@MTOnline3 · X

Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial https://t.co/jGJRrEJT94

Apr 26, 2019 · 75 followers View post →
Chris Gibson
@drgibsonpt · X

RT @Retlouping: More on “painsplaining” ? Interesting study comparing BPS pain education v placebo eduction for LBP patients. No differenc…

Apr 24, 2019 · 11 shares · 129 followers View post →
PainChats
@Pain_Chats · X

They then undertook a research study called PREVENT which stands for “Effect of intensive patient education vs placebo patient education on outcomes in patients with acute low back pain: a randomized clinical trial”

Apr 8, 2019 · 2 likes · 293 followers View post →
Dean Watson PhD
@WatsonHeadache · X

Traeger AC, Lee H, Hubscher M, et al. Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA neurology. Nov 5 2018 See Journal Article https://t.co/ArXw7I30wf #WatsonHeadache #PubMed https://t.co/OLroJoYw3A

Feb 6, 2019 · 3 likes · 1,373 followers View post →
Dean Watson PhD
@WatsonHeadache · X

Pick of the week: Traeger AC, Lee H, Hubscher M, et al. Effect of Intensive Patient Education vs Placebo Patient Education on Outcomes in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA neurology. Nov 5 2018 https://t.co/ArXw7I30wf #WatsonHeadache #PubMed https://t.co/D0cQML96Kp

Feb 1, 2019 · 2 likes · 1,373 followers View post →
Fisioterapia Villa del Prado
@VILLA_DELPRADO · X

RT @esiesil: MOST INTERESTING PAPER 2018:Effect of intensive patient #education vs #placebo patient education on outcomes in patients with…

Dec 31, 2018 · 5 shares · 431 followers View post →