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Old people in pain: a comparative study.

Ulf Jakobsson1, Rosemarie Klevsgård, Albert Westergren

  • 1Department of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Lund, Sweden.

Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
|July 10, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Pain is common in older adults (75+), increasing with age and linked to functional decline and lower quality of life (QOL). Identifying pain in the elderly is crucial for addressing associated health issues.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Pain Management
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Prevalence of pain in older adults (75+) is significant.
  • Older age is associated with increased health complaints.
  • Quality of Life (QOL) is a key concern in geriatric populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of pain in individuals aged 75 and older.
  • To compare demographic, social, functional, and psychological factors between those with and without pain.
  • To identify predictors associated with pain in this age group.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional, prospective survey was conducted.
  • An age-stratified sample of 4,093 participants aged 75-105 years was recruited.
  • Data were collected on demographics, social networks, functional limitations, fatigue, sleep, mood, and QOL.

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Main Results:

  • Pain was reported by 1,654 participants (40.4%).
  • Pain prevalence increased with higher age.
  • Pain was significantly associated with functional limitations, fatigue, sleep problems, depressed mood, and lower QOL.

Conclusions:

  • Pain is a prevalent issue in older adults, particularly those aged 75 and above.
  • Older individuals experiencing pain are at higher risk for other health problems, including functional limitations and reduced QOL.
  • Early identification and management of pain in the elderly are essential for improving overall health outcomes.