Voluntary Postural Control in People with Low Back Pain

Postural control, crucial for maintaining balance in both voluntary and involuntary movements, is influenced by body sensation. However, the impact of low back pain on body sensation remains unclear. This study adapted the SwayDA device to measure body sensation in individuals with low back pain. The main findings revealed a general decrease in body sensation among those with low back pain, associated with the severity of disability and postural control performance. Additionally, individuals with low back pain tended to employ conservative postural control strategies. These results underscore the significance of evaluating body sensation in individuals with low back pain.