Chronic low back pain and its impact on physical function, mental health, and health-related quality of life: a cross-sectional study in Singapore.

ABSTRACT: Chronic low back pain, defined as low back pain lasting more than 3 months, is a globally prevalent health problem with significantly high medical and economic burden on individuals and the society. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of chronic low back pain and examine its association with health outcomes including physical function, mental health, and quality of life among adult population in Singapore. Cross-sectional secondary data analysis was performed using baseline data of the 1941 adults (mean age: 52.6 years, range: 21-97 years) from a representative population health survey conducted in the Central region of Singapore. Those with self-reported chronic low back pain in past six months were identified. The Late-Life Function and Disability Instrument, Patient Health Quest

SUBMITTER: Ge L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9681885 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature