1,463
Participants
Start Date
January 1, 2022
Primary Completion Date
August 30, 2023
Study Completion Date
January 2, 2024
the Enhanced Transtheoretical Model Intervention (ETMI)
"ETMI consists of a physical and functional examination, a discussion about the role of physical activity matched to the patient stage of change, and guided through motivational interviewing techniques, exposure to fast walking, and goal setting. The patient receives a postcard outlining the main messages about physical activity and four simple stretches.~The ETMI method consists of four parts:~1. Creating a therapeutic alliance (communication skills and reassurance)~2. Clear messages to the patient: Mandatory 3 sentences: (1. physical activity is the only thing that will help your back pain over time. 2. It's easy to reduce your pain now - but the important thing is to prevent the next episode, 3. Your body must be strong and flexible.)~3. Exposure to brisk walking (brisk walking in the corridor, hand by hand with the therapist) and graded activity.~4. Postcard with reminder messages on how to self manage the back."
Ariel University, Ariel
Maccabi Healthcare Services, Israel
OTHER
Ariel University
OTHER