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Sheng-Hao Chang1, Szu-Chia Chen2,3,4, Jiun-Hung Geng5,6,7,8

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Smoking is linked to a higher prevalence of low back pain. This association may be stronger when combined with alcohol consumption, suggesting a potential interaction between these lifestyle factors.

Keywords:
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Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Public Health
  • Pain Research

Background:

  • Low back pain (LBP) is a significant public health issue with multifactorial causes.
  • Lifestyle factors such as smoking and alcohol consumption are potential contributors to LBP.
  • Understanding the interplay between these factors is crucial for effective prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the association between smoking exposure and the prevalence of low back pain.
  • To investigate whether alcohol consumption modifies the relationship between smoking and low back pain.
  • To analyze data from a large Taiwanese population to assess these associations.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study involving 22,471 adults aged 30-70 years from the Taiwan Biobank.
  • Data on smoking, alcohol consumption, and low back pain collected via standardized questionnaires.
  • Multivariable logistic regression and stratified analyses used to assess associations and interactions.

Main Results:

  • Smoking exposure was independently associated with a higher prevalence of low back pain (OR 1.15; 95% CI 1.06-1.24).
  • Alcohol consumption alone showed no significant association with low back pain.
  • A significant interaction was observed: smoking's association with low back pain was stronger in individuals who consumed alcohol (OR 1.40; 95% CI 1.08-1.83) compared to non-drinkers (OR 1.12; 95% CI 1.03-1.22).

Conclusions:

  • Smoking is associated with an increased prevalence of low back pain in the studied population.
  • Alcohol consumption may interact with smoking, potentially amplifying the risk of low back pain.
  • While statistically significant, the observed effect sizes were modest, warranting cautious interpretation.