Does COVID-19 Related Lockdown Restrictions Impact People With Musculoskeletal Disorders? A Systematic Review.

Francis FatoyeClara FatoyeJoyceline LawoeChidozie MbadaFrancis Fatoye

Published in: Musculoskeletal care (2024)

This is the first study to report that COVID-19 related lockdown restrictions led to increased risk of pain, MSK injuries and healthcare resource utilisation as well as decreased quality of life among patients with MSK disorders. These results may help inform policy and management strategies in future for people with MSK disorders to mitigate the negative impact of pandemic.

Keyphrases

coronavirus disease
sars cov
healthcare
chronic pain
public health
respiratory syndrome coronavirus
mental health