Influence of a Educational Internet-based Intervention in Chronic Low Back Pain Patients: A Mixed Methods Approach

The internet platform will provide patients with customized tasks that allow them to use the metaphor of the journey (the narrative as a dynamic of the game) to feel that they manage their own path, which will change negative perceptions into positive perceptions about certain actions. At all times, the patients will be able to choose among different information sources, such as videos about the origin of chronic pain, 3D representations of different neurophysiological processes, and FAQs. Additionally, the patients will be able to contact a specialist in the neurophysiology of pain by email or videoconference. Furthermore, to reinforce patients' motivation and participation, gamification techniques will be implemented.

Patients will follow GP advice including NSAID medication if needed