The impact of Covid-19 on symptomatic back pain – A new surging epidemic?

ConclusionsThe pandemic led to behavioural changes that have enhanced a sedentary lifestyle with a consequential negative impact on back pain. Those working/learning remotely may be experiencing non-optimal ergonomic conditions intensifying musculoskeletal strain with back pain complaints. Such occurrence is anticipated to increase the burden on the healthcare systems and the disability adjusted-life years.Key messagesCovid-19 has impacted on behavioural attitudes and daily routines resulting in enhanced sedentary lifestyles with anticipated consequential effects including back pain.Covid-19 is anticipated to increase the burden on healthcare systems with enhanced chronic diseases occurrences including back pain.
Source: The European Journal of Public Health - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research