Abstract

PLATA OSMA, Leidy Johanna  and  CERQUERA CORDOBA, Ara Mercedes. Musculoskeletal Pain and Social Support in Older Adults of a Sample in Bucaramanga. Pensam. psicol. [online]. 2016, vol.14, n.2, pp.125-135. ISSN 1657-8961.  https://doi.org/10.11144/Javerianacali.PPSI14-2.

Objective. The aim of this study was to determine the relation between clinical characteristics of musculoskeletal pain and the social support. Method. A non experimental method was used, with a quantitative approach, cross-sectional and correlational scope, in a sample with 70 or older adults -women and men- who participate of selfhelp groups in Bucaramanga, sample which was applied with the abbreviated version McGill Pain Questionnaire and the Social Support Questionnaire. Results. It was found that 59% of the participants describe the pain as uncomfortable, and the 57% as internal, whereas, 33% perceive emotional support and the 39% a practical support in a moderate manner. No correlation was found between the general emotional support and pain intensity index. Conclusion. It is found that there is no significant correlation between variables, however, it is necessary to note that these kind of studies will help strengthen the understanding of the perception of pain and the variables that should be taken into account for its proper clinical management.

Keywords : Older adult; pain; clinical characteristics; emotional support; affective support.

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