par Hermans, Maud;Bertuit, Jeanne
Référence Kinésithérapie la revue, 18, 196, page (11-20)
Publication Publié, 2018-04-01
Article révisé par les pairs
Résumé : Context: The use of belts in low back pain is highly controversial. Even so, they could be an interesting means of treatment: they have few side-effects and are non-invasive. Objective: To analyze the effects of lumbar-pelvic belts in low back pain, with a search of the PubMed and Science Direct data-bases. Results: A review of the literature retrieved 12 articles, which were analyzed using the French health authority reading grids. When associated to other types of treatment, belts are often effective on pain, balance and recurrence and promote functional recovery. Limitations: There is a wide variety of belt types, treatment protocols and target populations. Conclusion: The type of belt is related to the stage of low back pain. There is a lack of studies comparing the effects of all types of belt at all stages of low back pain. Level of evidence: 3.