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Chronic joint symptoms in adults: A population-based study
Silvia Helena de Oliveira Morais1, Wellington Segheto1, Danielle Cristina Guimarães da Silva1
1Department of Nutrition and Health, Universidade Federal de Viçosa (UFV), Viçosa, MG, Brazil.
Revista Da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992)
|October 5, 2017
Summary
Chronic joint symptoms (CJS) are more prevalent in adult women, older individuals, and those who are overweight or perform heavy work. These factors indicate a higher risk for developing CJS in the adult population.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Rheumatology
Background:
- Chronic joint symptoms (CJS) represent a significant public health concern, impacting quality of life and healthcare utilization.
- Understanding the epidemiological factors associated with CJS is crucial for developing targeted prevention and management strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence and identify key factors associated with chronic joint symptoms (CJS) in an adult population.
- To analyze the relationship between sociodemographic conditions, behavioral factors, health status, and CJS.
Main Methods:
- A population-based, cross-sectional study was conducted with 1,217 adults aged 20-59 years in Viçosa, Brazil.
- Data were collected via household questionnaires, covering CJS, sociodemographics, behaviors, and health status.
- Multivariable Poisson regression, adjusted for sampling design, was employed for analysis.
Main Results:
- The overall prevalence of CJS was 31.27%, with a higher prevalence observed in women.
- Increased prevalence of CJS was significantly associated with older age groups (40-49 and 50-59 years), overweight, and obesity.
- Engaging in heavy work was also identified as a significant factor associated with higher CJS prevalence.
Conclusions:
- Women, older adults, individuals who are overweight or obese, and those performing heavy work exhibit a higher risk of developing CJS.
- These findings highlight specific demographic and occupational groups that may benefit from targeted interventions for CJS prevention and management.
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