Multisite musculoskeletal pain in the general population: a cross-sectional survey

BACKGROUND: Epidemiological studies focusing on multisite musculoskeletal pain have revealed that the prevalence of multisite pain is high in general populations. OBJECTIVE: To ascertain the prevalence of multisite musculoskeletal pain in the last 12 months and in the last seven days, in a population-based sample and investigate its association with demographic, socioeconomic, behavioral, reported morbidity and ergonomic variables. DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sectional population-based survey in Bauru, São Paulo (Brazil). METHODS: 600 individuals were interviewed. The following data were collected: participants' characteristics, through a precoded questionnaire; physical activity level, through the International Physical Activity Questionnaire; and musculoskeletal symptoms, through the Nordic questionnaire. Descriptive, bivariate and Poisson regression analyses were performed. RESULTS: The prevalence of multisite musculoskeletal pain was 46.5% (confidence interval, CI 42.5 to 50.5) in the last 12 months and 26.1% (CI 22.8 to 29.8) in the last seven days. The variables associated with multisite pain in the last 12 months were female sex, presence of hypertension, diabetes mellitus or depression, watching TV more than three times a week and working in a seated position. Formerly smoking was a protection factor. The variables associated with multisite pain in the last seven days were female sex, age group 60 years and over, low income, presence of comorbidities of hypertension, diabetes mellitus or depression and working in a seated position. CONCLUSION: There was high prevalence of multisite musculoskeletal pain, which was associated with demographic, socioeconomic, work-related, electronic device-related and reported morbidity variables.

Multisite musculoskeletal pain in the general population: a cross-sectional survey.

BACKGROUND: Epidemiological studies focusing on multisite musculoskeletal pain have revealed that the prevalence of multisite pain is high in general populations. OBJECTIVE: To ascertain the prevalence of multisite musculoskeletal pain in the last 12 months and in the last seven days, in a population-based sample and investigate its association with demographic, socioeconomic, behavioral, reported morbidity and ergonomic variables. DESIGN AND SETTING: Cross-sectional population-based survey in Bauru, São Paulo (Brazil). METHODS: 600 individuals were interviewed. The following data were collected: participants' characteristics, through a precoded questionnaire; physical activity level, through the International Physical Activity Questionnaire; and musculoskeletal symptoms, through the Nordic questionnaire. Descriptive, bivariate and Poisson regression analyses were performed. RESULTS: The prevalence of multisite musculoskeletal pain was 46.5% (confidence interval, CI 42.5 to 50.5) in the last 12 months and 26.1% (CI 22.8 to 29.8) in the last seven days. The variables associated with multisite pain in the last 12 months were female sex, presence of hypertension, diabetes mellitus or depression, watching TV more than three times a week and working in a seated position. Formerly smoking was a protection factor. The variables associated with multisite pain in the last seven days were female sex, age group 60 years and over, low income, presence of comorbidities of hypertension, diabetes mellitus or depression and working in a seated position. CONCLUSION: There was high prevalence of multisite musculoskeletal pain, which was associated with demographic, socioeconomic, work-related, electronic device-related and reported morbidity variables.

Neck pain in adults: impact on quality of life / Dor cervical em adultos: impacto na qualidade de vida

To evaluate the impact of neck pain on quality of life in a population sample of adults aged 20 years or older. Randomized cross-sectional study based on a population survey. A total of 600 individuals were interviewed and the following data were collected: 1. Characteristics of participants (pre-coded questionnaire); 2. Quality of life (SF-36); 3.Musculoskeletal symptoms (Nordic questionnaire); 4. Level of physical activity (IPAC). 20.3% of the individuals (CI 17.3 to 23.7) had reported neck pain at least once in the 12 months preceding the interview. From these, 18.0% (CI 14.0 to 22.7) were men and 22.7% (CI 18.2 to 27.7) were women; subjects with neck pain had significantly worse (lower) scores on all SF-36 subscales than did subjects without pain; females had lower scores as compared to males. Neck pain has a high prevalence in the city of Bauru and the neck pain had a significant association to quality of life.

Objetivo: Avaliar o impacto da dor cervical na qualidade de vida em uma amostra populacional de adultos com 20 anos ou mais. Método: Estudo transversal randomizado, com base em pesquisa populacional. Foram entrevistados 600 indivíduos e os seguintes dados foram coletados: 1. Características dos participantes (questionário pré-codificado); 2. Qualidade de vida (SF-36); 3. Sintomas musculoesqueléticos (questionário nórdico); 4. Nível de atividade física (IPAC). Resultados: 20,3% dos indivíduos (IC 17,3 a 23,7) relataram dor cervical pelo menos uma vez nos 12 meses anteriores à entrevista, sendo que destes, 18,0% (IC 14,0 a 22,7) eram homens e 22,7% (IC 18,2 a 27,7) eram mulheres. Os indivíduos com dor cervical tiveram pontuações significativamente piores (mais baixas) em todas as subescalas do SF-36 do que indivíduos sem dor e as mulheres tiveram pontuações mais baixas em comparação aos homens. Conclusão: A dor cervical teve alta prevalência no município de Bauru e associação significativa com a qualidade de vida.

Low back pain and some associated factors: is there any difference between genders?

OBJECTIVE: To compare men and women with low back pain and identify the prevalence and some of its associated factors in a population-based sample of adults aged 20 and over a seven day period. METHODS: Cross-sectional study based on a population survey. 600 individuals were interviewed on the following: (1) characteristics of the participants (i.e. demographic, socioeconomic, and labor aspects); (2) physical activity level (IPAQ); (3) musculoskeletal symptoms (Nordic Questionnaire). Descriptive, bivariate, and Poisson regression analyses were performed. RESULTS: Overall prevalence of LBP was 28.8%, being 39.0% in men and 60.9% in women. The measured associated factors in men were age between 36 and 59 years (PR=3.00 [1.31-6.88]) and over 60 (PR=4.52 [2.02-10.12]), smoking (PR=2.47 [1.20-5.11]), fewer years of formal education (0-4 years) (PR=6.37 [2.15-18.62]), and hypertension (PR=2.27 [1.15-4.50]). For women, the associated factors were occupational activities that involved heavy lifting (PR=1.80 [1.03-3.16]), standing posture leaning forward (PR=2.04 [1.20-3.44]), sitting posture leaning forward (PR=2.17 [1.24-3.82]), and sitting at the computer three or more days per week (PR=4.00 [1.44-11.11]). Widowed or divorced participants were more likely to report LBP, in both men (PR=3.06 [1.40-6.66]) and women (PR=2.11 [1.15-3.88]). CONCLUSION: This study reveals high prevalence of low back pain in a seven day period. Older age, low education, hypertension, and smoking were associated with LBP in men. Occupational and ergonomic factors were associated with LBP in women. Marital status was associated with LBP in both genders.

Prevalence and factors associated with shoulder pain in the general population: a cross-sectional study / Prevalência e fatores associados com dor no ombro na população geral: um estudo transversal / Prevalencia y factores asociados con el dolor de hombro en la población general: un estudio transversal

ABSTRACT Musculoskeletal pain in the shoulder is considered one of the most prevalent causes of pain and disability in adults. To verify the prevalence of shoulder pain and correlated factors in adults aged 20 years or older in cross-sectional study with 600 individuals interviewed through questionnaires: (1) participants characterization; (2) level of physical activity; (3) reported morbidities; and (4) musculoskeletal symptoms. Descriptive, bivariate, and Poisson regression analyses were performed. The prevalence of pain in the shoulder was 24% (CI 20.3%-27.5%). Being 60 years or older (PR=2.14; 1.33-2.45), female (PR=1.92; 1.29-285), using the computer more than three times a week (PR=1.55; 1.01-2.32), working in a sitting position (PR=1.64; 1.03-2.59), standing up leaning the body forward (PR=1.54; 1.00-2.37), and reporting two or more morbidities (PR=3.31; 1.97-5.57) were all indicators of shoulder pain. This study discloses a high prevalence of shoulder pain and a strong relation with women, age, those who use the computer more than three times a week, those who execute occupational activities sitting and standing up leaning the body forward, and those who report two or more diseases.

RESUMO A dor musculoesquelética no ombro é considerada uma das causas mais prevalentes de dor e incapacidade em adultos. O objetivo foi verificar a prevalência de dor no ombro e fatores correlacionados em adultos de 20 anos ou mais em estudo transversal com 600 indivíduos entrevistados por meio de questionários que identificaram: (1) caracterização dos participantes; (2) nível de atividade física; (3) morbidades relatadas; e (4) sintomas musculoesqueléticos. Foram realizadas análises descritiva, bivariada e de Poisson. A prevalência de dor no ombro foi de 24% (IC 20,3%-27,5%). Ter 60 anos ou mais (PR=2.14; 1.33-2.45); ser do sexo feminino (PR=1.92; 1.29-285); usar o computador mais de três vezes por semana (PR=1.55; 1.01-2.32); trabalhar em posição sentada (PR=1.64; 1.03-2.59); trabalhar de pé, inclinando o corpo para a frente (PR=1.54; 1.00-2.37); e relatar duas ou mais morbidades (PR=3.31; 1.97-5.57) foram indicadores de dor no ombro. O estudo revelou alta prevalência de dor no ombro e uma forte relação com ser mulher, ter idade maior que 60 anos, usar o computador mais de três vezes por semana, executar atividades ocupacionais sentado ou de pé, inclinando o corpo para a frente, e relatar duas ou mais doenças.

RESUMEN El dolor musculoesquelético en el hombro es una de las causas más frecuentes de dolor y discapacidad en adultos. El presente artículo tuvo el objetivo de verificar la prevalencia de dolor de hombro y factores correlacionados en adultos mayores de 20 años. Estudio transversal con 600 individuos entrevistados mediante cuestionarios que han identificado: (1) caracterización de los participantes; (2) nivel de actividad física; (3) morbilidades reportadas; y (4) síntomas musculoesqueléticos. Se realizaron análisis descriptivos, bivariados y de Poisson. La prevalencia del dolor de hombro fue del 24% (IC 20,3%-27,5%). Los indicadores de dolor del hombro fueron: tener 60 años o más (PR=2.14; 1.33-2.45); ser mujer (PR=1.92; 1.29-285); usar la computadora más de tres veces por semana (PR=1.55; 1.01-2.32); trabajar en una posición sentada (PR=1.64; 1.03-2.59); trabajar de pie inclinando el cuerpo hacia adelante (PR=1.54; 1.00-2.37); e informar dos o más morbilidades (PR=3.31; 1.97-5.57). El estudio reveló una alta prevalencia de dolor en el hombro y una fuerte relación con ser mujer, mayor de 60 años, usar la computadora más de tres veces por semana, realizar actividades ocupacionales sentado o de pie inclinándose hacia adelante, e informar la existencia de dos o más enfermedades.

Physical activity patterns in adults: prevalence and associated factors / Padrão de atividade física em adultos: prevalência e fatores associados

Abstract Background Insufficient practice of physical activity associated with some factors related to life habits increase the risk of non-transmissible chronic diseases and reduce quality of life. Objective Identify the pattern of physical activity and associated factors in adults aged ≥20 years. Method A cross-sectional, population survey conducted with 600 individuals. Data on demographic, socioeconomic and behavioral aspects, work, and physical activities were collected through home interviews. Descriptive, bivariate and Poisson regression analyses were performed. Results Prevalence of insufficient physical activity was 35.0% (95% CI: 31.2-38.9). Zero to four years of schooling [PR=2.35; 95% CI: 1.07-5.15], working in sitting position [PR=1.52; 95% CI: 1.02-2.48], and number of days at the computer [PR=4.60; 95% CI: 2.38-14.28] remained in the final model for females, whereas 0-4 years [PR=2.30; 95% CI: 1.21-4.06] or 5-8 years [PR=3.70; 95% CI: 0.79-4.00] of schooling, working in sitting position [PR=2.22 95% CI: 1.36-3.62], number of days at the computer [PR=2.04; 95% CI: 1.26-3.32], and number of days of TV viewing [PR=2.12; 95% CI: 1.03-4.36] remained in the final model for males. Conclusion High prevalence of insufficient practice of physical activity is associated with schooling, working in sitting position, and number of days at the computer and TV viewing.

Resumo Introdução A prática insuficiente de atividade física associada a alguns fatores relacionados aos hábitos de vida aumenta o risco de doenças crônicas não transmissíveis e reduz a qualidade de vida da população. Objetivo Identificar o padrão de atividade física e os fatores associados em adultos de 20 anos ou mais. Método Inquérito populacional, transversal, com 600 indivíduos entrevistados em seus domicílios. Foram coletados os seguintes dados: aspectos demográficos, socioeconômicos, comportamentais, do trabalho e nível de atividade física. Realizaram-se as análises descritiva e bivariada e a regressão de Poisson. Resultados A prevalência de prática insuficiente de atividade física foi de 35% (IC 95%: 31,2-38,9). O nível educacional de 0 a 4 anos [RP = 2,35; IC95%: 1,07-5,15], o trabalho sentado [RP = 1,52; IC95%: 1,02-2,48] e o número de dias no computador [RP = 4,60; IC95%: 2,38-14,28] permaneceram no modelo final para o sexo feminino. Para o sexo masculino, permaneceram: o nível educacional de 0 a 4 anos [RP = 2,30; IC95%: 1,21-4,06] ou o de 5 a 8 anos [RP = 3,70; IC95%: 0,79-4,00], o trabalho sentado [RP = 2,22; IC95%: 1,36-3,62], o número de dias no computador [RP = 2,04; IC95%: 1,26-3,32] e o número de dias na TV [RP = 2,12; IC95%: 1,03-4,36]. Conclusão Houve elevada prevalência de prática insuficiente de atividade física e associação com nível de escolaridade, trabalho sentado e número de dias no computador e na TV.

Sociodemographic factors, level of physical activity and health-related quality of life in adults from the north-east of São Paulo, Brazil: a cross-sectional population study.

OBJECTIVE: To verify the association among sociodemographic variables, physical activity level and health-related quality of life in adults aged 20 years and over. METHODS: Population-based study, with household sample by clusters. The dependent variables were the PCS and MCS scores of the instrument 36-Item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36), the independent variables were gathered in sociodemographic characteristics and the level of physical activity. Absolute and relative frequency distributions were used for categorical variables and bivariate analysis, using Student's t-test and ANOVA and multivariate using non-conditional logistic regression. RESULTS: Of the 600 interviewees, the mean PCS score for men was 80.2 and for women 74.6, while for MCS, 83.8 (±16.9) and 76.5 (±23.3), for men and women, respectively. Women tend to report lower scores than men in all domains: men (OR=4.83) and women (OR=4.80) were older (OR=4.34) (OR=3.57) and sedentary women (OR=1.90) were associated with lower PCS scores, while older men (OR=3.96) and widowed and separated' (OR=3.03) had lower MSC scores. CONCLUSION: HRQoL was associated with advancing age and schooling, in both sexes, sedentary women and widowed and separated men.

Prevalence and factors associated with neck pain: a population-based study.

BACKGROUND: Neck pain is a musculoskeletal condition with high prevalence that may affect the physical, social, and psychological aspects of the individual, contributing to the increase in costs in society and business. OBJECTIVE: To determine the prevalence of neck pain and associated factors in a population-based sample of adults aged 20 and more. METHODS: Cross-sectional study based on a population survey. A total number of 600 individuals were interviewed in their homes, and the following data were collected: (1) participant characteristics (demographic, socioeconomic, and work-related aspects) using a pre-coded questionnaire; (2) physical activity level using the IPAQ; and (3) musculoskeletal symptoms using the Nordic questionnaire. Descriptive, bivariate, and Poisson regression analyses were performed. RESULTS: The prevalence of neck pain was 20.3% (95% CI 17.3-23.7). The adjusted analyses showed that individuals who were widowers or separated (PR=2.26; 1.42-5.88), had a low income (PR=1.32; 1.22-6.27) or low educational level (PR=1.83; 1.02-5.26), worked while sitting and leaning (PR=1.55; 1.08-2.40), and who reported having two or more diseases (PR=1.71; 1.55-6.31) remained associated with neck pain. CONCLUSION: This study reveals the high prevalence of neck pain and remarkable association with widowed/separated people who have low income and low educational level, who perform their occupational activities in sitting and leaning positions, and who reported having two or more diseases. Knowledge of these risk factors will contribute to the development of forms of assistance in which neck pain can be prevented and better managed.

Multisensory and closed kinetic chain exercises on the functional capacity and balance in elderly women: blinded randomized clinical trial / Exercícios multissensoriais e de cadeia cinética fechada sobre a capacidade funcional e o equilíbrio em idosas: ensaio clínico randomizado cego

Abstract Introduction: The aging process causes losses that lead to decreased balance, gait speed and functional capacity and, therefore, there is a need of specific protocols to work preventively these variables, which will contribute to the decrease in the frequency of falls in this population. Objective: Verify the effect of a program of multisensory and closed kinetic chain exercises on the functional capacity and balance in elderly women. Methods: Randomized clinical trial masked (blind). Subjects were 32 elderly women from the Centro de Convivência of the Bauru Department of Social Welfare (Secretaria de Bem-Estar Social de Bauru) distributed in two groups: control (CG = 15) and experimental (EG = 17). Interventions: The program of multisensory and closed kinetic chain exercises was applied during an hour, once a week, for 12 weeks. Main measures: Functional capacity was measured by Timed Up and Go (TUG) and the 10-meter walking test (TC10) and their balance by the Berg Balance Scale (BBS). Results: Regarding the comparison between the moments M1 and M2 of the EG after the intervention, there was a statistically significant increase in the functional capability (p = 0.00006), walking speed (p = 0.0008) and balance (p = 0.0006). Conclusion: The multisensory and closed kinetic chain-training program indicated a beneficial effect in the improvement of the elderly women balance and functional performance.

Resumo Introdução: O processo de envelhecimento provoca perdas que levam à diminuição do equilíbrio, da velocidade da marcha e capacidade funcional e, portanto, há necessidade de protocolos específicos para trabalhar preventivamente essas variáveis, que contribuirão para a diminuição na freqüência de quedas nesta população. Objetivo: verificar o efeito de um programa de exercícios multissensoriais e de cadeia cinética fechada sobre a capacidade funcional e o equilíbrio em idosas. Métodos: Tratou-se de um ensaio clínico randomizado mascarado (cego). Participaram 32 idosas de Centro de Convivência da Secretaria de Bem-estar social de Bauru, distribuídas em dois grupos: controle (GC = n15) e experimental (GE = 17) avaliadas em dois momentos: inicial (M1 = antes da intervenção) e final (M2 = após intervenção), por meio da capacidade funcional (Timed Up and Go - TUG e velocidade de marcha - TC10) e o equilíbrio pela Escala de Equilíbrio de Berg (EEB). O programa de exercícios multissensoriais e de cadeia cinética fechada foi aplicado uma vez por semana, por uma hora, durante 10 semanas. Resultados: Em relação à comparação entre os momentos M1 e M2 do GE após a intervenção, houve um aumento significativo da capacidade funcional (p = 0,00006), velocidade da marcha (p = 0,0008) e do equilíbrio (p = 0,0006). Conclusão: O programa de treinamento multissensorial e de cadeia cinética fechada sinalizou efeito favorável na melhora do equilíbrio e do desempenho funcional de idosas.

Dor lombar em escolares: um estudo transversal em uma cidade do oeste de São Paulo, Brasil / Low back pain in schoolchildren: a cross-sectional study in a western city of São Paulo State, Brazil

Objetivo: Analisar a prevalência de dor na coluna lombar em escolarese sua relação com o sexo, idade, prática de exercícios eas atividades sedentárias (tempo na TV e no computador e/ou videogame).Métodos: Realizou-se um estudo transversal com umaamostra 1.461 escolares, sendo 754 do sexo masculino e 707 dofeminino, matriculados na 5ª a 8ª séries de todas as cinco escolasmunicipais de ensino fundamental urbanas do município de Ourinhos,SP, Brasil, na faixa etária entre 10 e 14 anos, de quem foramcoletados dados sóciodemográficos e tempo gasto em atividadessedentárias como TV e computador e/ou videogame. Realizou-seuma análise descritiva, bivariada e multivariada por regressão logísticabinária. Resultados: Notou-se que a prevalência de dor lombarfoi de 18,5%, sendo 15,5% nos meninos e 21,6% nas meninas.A dor lombar foi associada ao sexo feminino, faixa etária de 12 a14 anos e ao hábito de assistir TV acima de três vezes na semanae acima de 3 horas por dia. Conclusão: Os estudantes analisadosmostraram alta prevalência de dor lombar relacionadas ao sexo,faixa etária e hábito de assistir televisão. Intervenções adequadasdevem ser realizadas para reduzir a ocorrência das mesmas emestudantes. Nível de Evidência III, Corte Transversal.

Objective: To determine the prevalence of low back pain in childrenand its relationship with gender, age, exercise practice andsedentary activities (time on TV and on computer and/or videogame). Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study witha sample of 1,461 students, being 754 males and 707 femalesenrolled in the 5th to 8th grades of all five local elementaryschools of urban Ourinhos, SP, Brasil, aged 10-14 years old,from whom sociodemographic data, time spent on sedentaryactivities such as TV and computer and/or video game werecollected. We conducted a descriptive, bivariate and multivariatebinary logistic regression. Results: The results showed that theprevalence of low back pain in the sample was 18.5%, being15.5% in boys and 21.6% in girls. Low back pain was associatedto the female gender, age range between 12-14 years and thehabit of watching TV more than three times a week and over 3hours per day. Conclusion: The students analyzed showed highprevalence of low back pain related to gender, age and habit ofwatching TV. Appropriate interventions should be implementedto reduce the occurrences of back pain in schoolchildren. Levelof Evidence III, Cross Sectioning.

LOW BACK PAIN IN SCHOOLCHILDREN: A CROSS-SECTIONAL STUDY IN A WESTERN CITY OF SÃO PAULO STATE, BRAZIL.

OBJECTIVE: To determine the prevalence of low back pain in children and its relationship with gender, age, exercise practice and sedentary activities (time on TV and on computer and/or video game). METHODS: We conducted a cross-sectional study with a sample of 1,461 students, being 754 males and 707 females enrolled in the 5(th) to 8(th) grades of all five local elementary schools of urban Ourinhos, SP, Brasil, aged 10-14 years old, from whom sociodemographic data, time spent on sedentary activities such as TV and computer and/or video game were collected. We conducted a descriptive, bivariate and multivariate binary logistic regression. RESULTS: The results showed that the prevalence of low back pain in the sample was 18.5%, being 15.5% in boys and 21.6% in girls. Low back pain was associated to the female gender, age range between 12-14 years and the habit of watching TV more than three times a week and over 3 hours per day. CONCLUSION: The students analyzed showed high prevalence of low back pain related to gender, age and habit of watching TV. Appropriate interventions should be implemented to reduce the occurrences of back pain in schoolchildren. Level of Evidence III, Cross Sectioning.