Does the Number of Comorbidities Predict Pain and Disability in Older Adults With Chronic Low Back Pain? A Longitudinal Study With 6- and 12-Month Follow-ups.

Ítalo R LemesPriscila K MorelhãoArianne VerhagenCynthia GobbiCrystian B OliveiraNayara S SilvaLygia P LustosaMárcia R FrancoRafael Z Pinto

Published in: Journal of geriatric physical therapy (2001) (2023)

The number of comorbidities at baseline predicted pain and disability at 6-month and 12-month follow-ups in older adults with chronic LBP. These results highlight the role of comorbidities as a predictive factor of pain and disability in patients with chronic LBP, emphasizing the need for timely and continuous interventions in older adults with multimorbidity to mitigate LBP-related pain and disability.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
multiple sclerosis
pain management
neuropathic pain
physical activity
middle aged
community dwelling
postoperative pain