Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Raphael Lucas da Silva Marques, Andrea Toledo de Oliveira Rezende, Ana Lucia Junger, Matias Noll, Cesar de Oliveira, Erika Aparecida Silveira
Summary: This article presents the prevalence, functional limitations, and negative impacts of chronic pain in older adults, and highlights physical activity as a non-pharmacological approach for preventing chronic pain. The study protocol aims to analyze the relationship between physical activity and the occurrence and intensity of chronic pain in older adults through a systematic review and potential meta-analysis. The results may contribute to the understanding of physical activity as a protective factor against pain in later life, and support the development of prevention plans and public policies.
Article
Clinical Neurology
Meiyi Huo, Emma Ho, Alice Kongsted, Thomas Patterson, Paulo Ferreira
Summary: This study explored the association between different amounts of physical activity and sedentary behavior with the trajectory of chronic low back pain (LBP). The findings showed that engaging in moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity can lower the probability of developing a severe LBP trajectory. No significant associations were found between sedentary behavior or light intensity physical activity and the probability of developing a severe LBP trajectory.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Luis Antunes Gomes, Eduardo Brazete Cruz, Ana Rita Henriques, Jaime C. Branco, Helena Canhao, Ana Maria Rodrigues
Summary: This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of medical care-seeking among adults with low back pain (LBP) and to compare the use of diagnostic procedures and medical management between primary and secondary care. The results showed that medical care-seeking for LBP was common and patients received high levels of pathoanatomical diagnoses, imaging and laboratory tests, and pharmacological therapy in both primary and secondary care settings.
Review
Rehabilitation
Alexandra Roren, Camille Dastea, Marvin Coleman, Francois Rannoua, Damien Freyssenet, Cedric Moro, Marie-Martine Lefevre-Colaua, Christelle Nguyen
Summary: This article critically reviews the efficacy of physical activity for chronic low back pain (CLBP). The results suggest that physical activity is effective in reducing pain and improving function. Multidisciplinary functional programs have positive effects on long-term pain relief and work ability.
ANNALS OF PHYSICAL AND REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Louis Jacob, Razak M. M. Gyasi, Hans Oh, Lee Smith, Karel Kostev, Guillermo F. Lopez F. Sanchez, Masoud Rahmati, Josep Maria Haro, Mark A. A. Tully, Jae Il Shin, Dong Keon Yon, Ai Koyanagi
Summary: This study found a significant association between leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) and sarcopenia in older adults from low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Analyzing data from six LMICs, the study showed that low LTPA was associated with higher odds of sarcopenia, particularly in women.
JOURNAL OF CACHEXIA SARCOPENIA AND MUSCLE
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Paivi Kolu, Jaana T. Kari, Jani Raitanen, Harri Sievanen, Kari Tokola, Eino Havas, Jaakko Pehkonen, Tuija H. Tammelin, Katja Pahkala, Nina Hutri-Kahonen, Olli T. Raitakari, Tommi Vasankari
Summary: This study examined the direct and indirect costs attributable to low physical activity and high sedentary behaviour in Finland in 2017, finding that these behaviours result in substantial societal costs.
JOURNAL OF EPIDEMIOLOGY AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Anesthesiology
Mats Kirkeby Fjeld, Anders Pedersen Arnes, Bo Engdahl, Bente Morseth, Laila Arnesdatter Hopstock, Alexander Horsch, Audun Stubhaug, Bjorn Heine Strand, Christopher Sivert Nielsen, Olof Anna Steingrimsdottir
Summary: The study finds a consistent inverse relationship between physical activity and chronic pain, regardless of the measure used (self-reported or accelerometer). The association is stronger for moderate-to-severe chronic pain, suggesting that higher levels of physical activity are associated with less chronic pain.
Article
Computer Science, Interdisciplinary Applications
Xiaoping Zheng, Michiel F. Reneman, Rita H. R. Schiphorst Preuper, Egbert Otten, Claudine J. C. Lamoth
Summary: This study used advanced unsupervised machine learning, Hidden semi-Markov model (HSMM), to investigate the physical activity intensity patterns in patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP). The results showed that there were differences in physical activity intensity patterns between CLBP- and CLBP + patients, with CLBP + patients engaging in longer bouts of activity.
COMPUTER METHODS AND PROGRAMS IN BIOMEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Tony Bohman, Lena W. Holm, Mats Lekander, Johan Hallqvist, Eva Skillgate
Summary: The study found that in patients with long-duration activity-limiting neck/back pain, good self-perceived work ability and non-smoking were associated with a favorable prognosis, but there appeared to be no synergistic prognostic effect between the two.
Article
Orthopedics
Maria Andre, Mari Lundberg
Summary: The study explores thoughts and ideas about body and pain in patients with nonspecific low back pain who have fear of movement. Findings suggest that patients with fear require support to feel secure and have enough confidence in their body to move and exercise. Clinicians need to better incorporate evidence-based practice and provide updated information for patients with recurrent LBP and fear.
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Nebojsa Nick Knezevic, Kenneth D. Candido, Johan W. S. Vlaeyen, Jan Van Zundert, Steven P. Cohen
Summary: Low back pain encompasses various types of pain, with diagnostic and therapeutic methods controversial, requiring a comprehensive approach considering biological, psychological, and social factors. Improvement in diagnostic accuracy, treatment algorithms, and multimodal interdisciplinary treatment are essential.
Article
Rehabilitation
Marta Moreno-Ligero, Jose A. Moral-Munoz, Inmaculada Failde, Maria Duenas
Summary: The objective of this study was to identify and compare physical activity levels in Spanish individuals with chronic low back pain and their associated factors. The study found that 30% of participants had a low level of physical activity, 53% had a moderate level, and 17% had a high level. Females were more predominant in the low and moderate activity groups, while the high activity group consisted of younger individuals. Factors associated with higher levels of physical activity included being male, having a normal body mass index or being overweight, having better health status, experiencing less pain and physical/cognitive limitations, and having more social support.
JOURNAL OF REHABILITATION MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mattia Pesenti, Giovanni Invernizzi, Julie Mazzella, Marco Bocciolone, Alessandra Pedrocchi, Marta Gandolla
Summary: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders, particularly low-back pain, have a significant impact on the global workforce. Robotic exoskeletons show promise in improving the health and quality of life for industrial workers, but current solutions are often limited by sub-optimal control systems.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Orthopedics
Lena W. Holm, Clara Onell, Martin Carlseus, Robin Ekwurtzel, Olle Holmertz, Tony Bohman, Eva Skillgate
Summary: This study found a significant association between vigorous leisure-time physical activity and pain improvement in patients with neck and/or back pain after 12 months, with no effect observed for moderate physical activity. Stratified analyses showed that the effect of vigorous physical activity was only present for back pain, not neck pain.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Monica Unsgaard-Tondel, Ottar Vasseljen, Tom Ivar Lund Nilsen, Gard Myhre, Hilde Stendal Robinson, Ingebrigt Meisingset
Summary: The study aimed to test the predictive ability of the SBST tool for patients with low back pain, and results showed that SBST has prognostic ability for disability, pain, and quality of life outcomes. When one work ability item was added, it provided additional prognostic information for outcomes.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ivar Heuch, Safa Abdalla, Sally El Tayeb
BMC MEDICAL RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
(2018)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ingrid Heuch, Ivar Heuch, Knut Hagen, John-Anker Zwart
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Ingrid Heuch, Ivar Heuch, Knut Hagen, Elin Pettersen Sorgjerd, Bjorn Olav Asvold, John-Anker Zwart
Article
Orthopedics
Gunn Kristin Oberg, Gay L. Girolami, Suzann K. Campbell, Tordis Ustad, Ivar Heuch, Bjarne K. Jacobsen, Per Ivar Kaaresen, Vibeke Smith Aulie, Lone Jorgensen
Correction
Orthopedics
Gunn Kristin Oberg, Gay L. Girolami, Suzann K. Campbell, Tordis Ustad, Ivar Heuch, Bjarne K. Jacobsen, Per Ivar Kaaresen, Vibeke Smith Aulie, Lone Jorgensen
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Ingrid Heuch, Ivar Heuch, Knut Hagen, Kjersti Storheim, John-Anker Zwart
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Frank Olsen, Lise Balteskard, Bard Uleberg, Bjarne K. Jacobsen, Ivar Heuch, Atle Moen
Summary: A national cohort study in Norway involving all children aged 1-16 years in 18 hospital referral areas found that parental educational level did not explain geographic variation in hospital admission rates for children. Children of parents with low educational level had the highest admission probability and number of admissions, but the lowest cost of admissions.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Frank Olsen, Bjarne K. Jacobsen, Ivar Heuch, Kjell M. Tveit, Lise Balteskard
Summary: This study in Norway investigated the equality in access to cancer patient pathways (CPP) for patients with lung, colorectal, breast, or prostate cancer. It found that age and place of residence were key factors affecting access, with inconsistent differences in income and education among CPP patients. The study concluded that inequalities based on income and place of residence among cancer patients, both in CPP and non-CPP groups, are unwarranted and need to be addressed.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Frank Olsen, Bard Uleberg, Bjarne K. Jacobsen, Ivar Heuch, Pal M. Tande, Einar Bugge, Lise Balteskard
Summary: This study analyzed patient-related and geographic differences in the use of catheter ablation among atrial fibrillation patients in Norway. The study found substantial socioeconomic and geographic variation, with patients with higher education and income more frequently receiving ablation treatment. Geographic variation may reflect differences in clinical practice and provider preferences, highlighting the need for clearer guidelines.
Correction
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Frank Olsen, Bard Uleberg, Bjarne K. Jacobsen, Ivar Heuch, Pal M. Tande, Einar Bugge, Lise Balteskard
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Ingrid Heuch, Ivar Heuch, Knut Hagen, Kjersti Storheim, John-Anker Zwart
Summary: This study explored the associations between age at menarche and menopause and the risk of chronic low back pain (LBP). The findings indicate a U-shaped association between age at menarche and chronic LBP risk, while no association was found between age at menopause and LBP risk.
Article
Orthopedics
Ingrid Heuch, Ivar Heuch, Knut Hagen, Kjersti Storheim, John-Anker Zwart
Summary: This study investigated the associations between systemic MHT or OC use and the risk of chronic LBP using a large population-based dataset. The results showed that long-lasting use of systemic MHT, especially therapy based on estrogen only, is associated with an increased risk of chronic LBP. Using OC may slightly increase the risk of chronic LBP.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2023)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Grethe Albrektsen, Tom Wilsgaard, Ivar Heuch, Maja-Lisa Lochen, Dag Steinar Thelle, Inger Njolstad, Sameline Grimsgaard, Kaare Harald Bonaa
Summary: Adverse lipid levels can be seen 20 to 35 years before the occurrence of myocardial infarction, especially in relation to high-density lipoprotein cholesterol and triglyceride levels. This trend is more pronounced in women. However, the difference in mean lipid levels between myocardial infarction patients and the general population is not significant for both genders.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Ingrid Heuch, Ivar Heuch, Knut Hagen, Elin Pettersen Sorgjerd, Bjorn Olav Asvold, John-Anker Zwart
BMJ OPEN DIABETES RESEARCH & CARE
(2018)