Table 2 Excluded studies
Author (year) | Reason for exclusion |
|---|---|
Burckhardt et al. 1994 | Refers to “a contract for individual behaviour change”, suggesting CBT/BT |
Chiauzzi et al. 2010 | Second main component of website “CBT to improve self-efficacy” |
Dirmaier et al. 2013 | Protocol only |
Dush et al. 2006 | Mentions “psychotherapy components were tailored to patient’s needs”, suggesting psychotherapy in addition to education |
Dworkin et al. 2002 | Involves relaxation and coping skills training |
Haas et al. 2005 | Uses Stanford Self-management model (multi-disciplinary, unable to assess educational component alone) |
Harpole et al. 2003 | Includes detailed clinical assessment and tailored treatment plan |
Jerjes et al. 2007 | Pilot study, non-randomised |
LeFort et al. 1998 | Uses Stanford Self-management model (multi-disciplinary, unable to assess educational component alone) |
Matchar et al. 2008 | Includes diagnosis and treatment as part of the programme |
Michelotti et al. 2012 | Focus on “habit reversal” (psychological intervention) and includes a large physiotherapy (exercise) component (multi-disciplinary, unable to assess educational component alone) |
Van Ittersum et al. 2011 | No control group |
Vlaeyen et al. 1996 | Includes physical exercise at the end of each session, therefore, cannot distinguish effect of education or exercise |