How back pain influences daily activities and quality of life: Incidence of back pain related to age

Abstract

Low back pain is a prevalent global musculoskeletal issue, with a lifetime prevalence ranging from 49% to 70% in adults. Traditionally associated with adults, recent field surveys indicate comparable prevalence rates in children and adolescents, challenging earlier assumptions. Non-specific low back pain, where the source cannot be identified through diagnostic imaging, accounts for about 80%–90% of cases. Studies have shown that over 80% of adolescents with low back pain exhibit no underlying pathology. The prevalence of low back pain in younger populations varies widely, influenced by study methodology, age, and pain types. Research suggests that back pain prevalence in adolescents increases with age, with a shift in attitudes considering it is not necessarily indicative of specific issues. Level of evidence: level V.

Psychometric Properties of Chosen Scales Evaluating Disability in Low Back Pain—Narrative Review

“…In addressing the decreasing functionality of individuals with LBP [ 4 ], there is significant interest in not only quantifying pain levels or measuring patients’ quality of life [ 5 ], but also in assessing the degree of disability. These measures serve purposes beyond mere epidemiologic documentation, extending into the realm of treatment evaluation and comparison, whether in clinical practice or research settings [ 6 ].…”