The size of the improvements in the various end points was consistently numerically greater in the pain-avoidance group than in the pain-persistence arm, but not statistically significantly so.
The study was financially supported by the Dutch Arthritis Association and the Netherlands Organization for Health Research. Ms. van Koulil reported having no conflicts of interest.
Patients in the exercise session participated in aerobic exercises and relaxation techniques.
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