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Luciana Araújo dos Reis¹, Gilson de Vasconcelos Torres, Luana Araújo dos Reis

¹Department of Health, State University of the Southeast of Bahia, Brazil. cianareis@hotmail.com

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Chronic pain is highly prevalent in institutionalized elderly in Jequié, Brazil. Moderate pain in the knees and lumbar spine is common, affecting quality of life for many older adults.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Pain Medicine
Public Health

Background:

Chronic pain significantly impacts the well-being and quality of life of the elderly population.
Institutionalized older adults may face unique challenges regarding pain management and assessment.
Understanding pain prevalence and characteristics is crucial for developing targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the prevalence and characteristics of chronic pain in institutionalized elderly individuals in Jequié, Bahia, Brazil.
To explore qualitative aspects and common pain locations in this demographic.
To provide data for improving pain care in geriatric settings.

Main Methods:

A descriptive, exploratory study with a cross-sectional design and quantitative approach was conducted.
Data collection involved participant identification, mini-mental state examination, pain-related assessments, and the McGill Pain Questionnaire.
The study included institutionalized elderly individuals aged 65 and above.

Main Results:

A high prevalence of chronic pain (73.3%) was observed in the studied elderly population.
Moderate pain intensity was frequently reported (25.7%), with many experiencing pain for over 5 years (25%).
The most affected body areas were the knees and lumbar spine, with mild to moderate pain intensity.

Conclusions:

Chronic pain is a significant health issue among institutionalized elderly in Jequié, Bahia.
Knees and lumbar spine are primary sites for chronic pain in this population.
Further research and interventions are needed to address the burden of chronic pain in institutionalized older adults.