Associations Between Allergies, Walking, Sedentary Time, and Low Back Pain
Youkyoung Cho1, Jaekyeong Um1, Ain Im1
1Korea University College of Nursing, Seoul, South Korea.
Summary
Adults with allergies are more likely to experience low back pain (LBP). Physical activity may protect against LBP, but only in those without allergies.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Low back pain (LBP) is a prevalent condition in older adults.
- Allergies are common and may influence other chronic conditions.
- The interplay between allergies, lifestyle, and LBP requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between allergies and LBP in adults aged 50 and older.
- To examine the role of walking habits and sedentary time in this relationship.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional study using data from the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2014-2015).
- Logistic regression analysis to assess associations between allergies (allergic rhinitis, asthma, atopic dermatitis) and LBP.
- Subgroup analyses explored the impact of walking and sedentary time based on allergy status.
Main Results:
- A significant association was found between lifetime allergy diagnosis and LBP.
- Individuals with allergies were 1.68 times more likely to report LBP.
- In the non-allergy group, inadequate walking and sedentary lifestyles were linked to increased LBP risk, a trend not seen in those with allergies.
Conclusions:
- Lifetime allergy diagnosis is associated with an increased likelihood of LBP.
- The protective effects of physical activity and non-sedentary lifestyles on LBP are evident only in individuals without allergies.
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