Fewer spine degenerations among Southeast Asians than among Southern Chinese suggests populations from a warmer climate have inherently better spine health.

Sheng-Nan TangCai-Ying LiJason C S LeungAnthony W L KwokTimothy C Y KwokYi Xiang Jshiang Wáng

Published in: Quantitative imaging in medicine and surgery (2024)

This study showed a lower prevalence of spine degeneration changes among older Thais and older Indonesians than among older Chinese. Indonesians, who inhabit an even warmer climate, show even fewer spine degeneration changes than Thais.

Keyphrases

climate change
healthcare
public health
risk factors
mental health
physical activity
community dwelling