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Predicting Factors of Pain Duration in Patients with Chronic Pain: A Large Population-based Study

Hossein Majedi1,2, Mohammadreza Hoseini Amini3, Fardin Yousefshahi2

  • 1Brain and Spinal Cord Injury Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.

Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
|April 28, 2020
PubMed

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Older age and abnormal body mass index (BMI) are linked to longer chronic pain duration. Identifying these risk factors can help manage long-term pain and its impact on global health.

Area of Science:

  • Pain Management
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Chronic pain is a significant global health issue, causing long-term disabilities and substantial healthcare burdens.
  • The duration of chronic pain directly correlates with patient suffering and resource utilization.
  • Limited research exists on risk factors contributing to prolonged chronic pain duration.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate potential risk factors associated with extended pain duration in individuals with diverse chronic pain conditions.
  • To identify demographic and clinical factors influencing the longevity of chronic pain.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 780 patients with various pain conditions.
  • Data were collected via questionnaires assessing potential risk factors, including age, sex, BMI, and psychological status.
  • Univariable and multivariable linear regression models were employed for data analysis.

Main Results:

  • Older age was found to be positively correlated with longer pain duration.
  • Abnormal body mass index (BMI) also demonstrated a positive correlation with extended pain duration.
  • No other demographic or clinical factors showed significant correlation in the multivariable analysis.

Conclusions:

  • Older age and abnormal BMI are identified as potential risk factors for longer pain duration in chronic pain patients.
  • These findings highlight the importance of considering age and weight management in the long-term care of individuals with chronic pain.
  • Further research is warranted to explore the mechanisms underlying these associations and develop targeted interventions.
Abstract

Keywords:
AgeBMIChronicDurationGenderManagementObesityPainSexTreatment

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