Studying the Thai Health‑Risk Transition

Sleigh, Adrian; Seubsman, Sam-ang

doi:10.22459/hppp.07.2015.09

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“…This research is part of an overarching study of the health-risk transition underway in Thailand as maternal and child mortality and infectious diseases recede and chronic non-communicable diseases emerge [11]. To analyse the transition, we have developed a Thai Cohort Study enrolling 87,151 Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University distance learning adult students with a baseline 20-page comprehensive health and socio-physical-environment questionnaire in 2005.…”

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Low back pain and limitations of daily living in Asia: longitudinal findings in the Thai cohort study

Yiengprugsawan

Hoy

Buchbinder

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BMC Musculoskelet Disord

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BackgroundLow back pain (LBP) is a major cause of disability throughout the world. However, longitudinal evidence to relate low back pain and functional limitations is mostly confined to Western countries. In this study, we investigate the associations between low back pain and functional limitations in a prospective cohort of Thai adults.MethodsWe analysed information from the Thai Cohort Study of adult Open University adults which included 42,785 participants in both 2009 and 2013, with the majority aged 30 to 65 years and residing nationwide. We used multivariate logistic regression to explore the longitudinal associations between LBP in 2009 and 2013 (‘never’: no LBP in 2009 or 2013; ‘reverting’: LBP in 2009 but not in 2013; ‘incident’: no LBP in 2009 but LBP in 2013; and ‘chronic’: reporting LBP at both time points) and the outcome of functional limitations relating to Activities of Daily Living (ADL) in 2013.ResultsLow back pain was common with 30% of cohort members reporting low back pain in both 2009 and 2013 (‘chronic LBP’). The ‘chronic LBP’ group was more likely than the ‘never’ back pain group to report functional limitations in 2013: adjusted odds ratios 1.60 [95% Confidence Interval: 1.38–1.85] for difficulties getting dressed; 1.98 [1.71–2.30] for walking; 2.02 [1.71–2.39] for climbing stairs; and 3.80 [3.38–4.27] for bending/kneeling. Those with ‘incident LBP’ or ‘reverting LBP’ both had increased odds of functional limitations in 2013 but the odds were not generally as high.ConclusionsOur nationwide data from Thailand suggests that LBP is a frequent public health problem among economically productive age groups with adverse effects on the activities of daily living. This study adds to the limited longitudinal evidence on the substantial impact of low back pain in Southeast Asia.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12891-016-1380-5) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

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Low back pain and limitations of daily living in Asia: longitudinal findings in the Thai cohort study

Yiengprugsawan

Hoy

Buchbinder

et al. 2017

BMC Musculoskelet Disord

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“…Collectively, these shifts in environment, behaviour, and disease, together with the health system response, have been termed the “health-risk transition” [ 2 ]. The nutritional components of the health-risk transition have been long recognized as a “nutrition transition” [ 3 ].…”

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Social Demography of Transitional Dietary Patterns in Thailand: Prospective Evidence from the Thai Cohort Study

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In recent decades, a health-risk transition with changes in diet and lifestyle in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) led to an emergence of chronic diseases. These trends in Southeast Asian LMICs are not well studied. Here, we report on transitional dietary patterns and their socio-demographic predictors in Thai adults. Dietary data in 2015 were from a random sub-sample (N = 1075) of 42,785 Thai Cohort Study (TCS) members who completed all three TCS surveys (2005, 2009, 2013). Principle Component Analysis identified dietary patterns and multivariable linear regression assessed associations (Beta estimates (ß) and confidence intervals (CIs)) between socio-demographic factors and dietary intake pattern scores. Four dietary patterns emerged: Healthy Transitional, Fatty Western, Highly Processed, and Traditional. In women, higher income (≥30,001 Baht/month vs. ≤10,000) and managerial work (vs. office assistant) was associated with lower scores for Traditional (ß = −0.67, 95% CI −1.15, −0.19) and Fatty Western diets (ß = −0.60, 95% CI −1.14, −0.05), respectively. University education associated with lower Highly Processed (ß = −0.57, 95% CI −0.98, −0.17) and higher Traditional diet scores (ß = 0.42, 95% CI 0.03, 0.81). In men and women, urban residence associated with higher Fatty Western and lower Traditional diets. Local policy makers should promote healthy diets, particularly in urban residents, in men, and in low-SEP adults.

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“…The emergence of chronic diseases, including heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes, is largely attributed to lifestyle alterations and behavioral patterns such as insufficient physical exercise, dietary imbalances, and a general preference for convenience in daily routines. This paradigm shift in disease patterns presents profound societal implications, not only elevating healthcare burdens and associated costs but also impacting the quality of life and productivity levels within the workforce (Sleigh & Seubsman, 2015).…”

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The Study and Analysis of Behavior, Patterns of Physical Activity Promotion Among Citizens in Mueang District, Mahasarakham Province

Sawadpong,

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2024

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This study investigates the patterns of promoting physical activity among residents in Mueang District, Mahasarakham Province, Thailand. It explores the impact of contemporary societal shifts, such as increased reliance on technology and decreased physical labor, on public health. The research identifies the rise of chronic diseases due to lifestyle changes and the need for preventive strategies emphasizing physical activity. Utilizing a questionnaire, the study analyzes residents' knowledge, awareness, motivation, and practices regarding health promotion through physical exercise. The findings reveal high general knowledge and awareness of health benefits but low levels of physical activity practice, influenced by lifestyle and societal changes. The study emphasizes the importance of tailored health promotion strategies and the role of digital platforms in enhancing physical activity awareness and participation. This research contributes to understanding effective methods to promote physical activity and addresses the health challenges faced by the local population, promoting sustainable physical and mental health.

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Studying the Thai Health‑Risk Transition

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Low back pain and limitations of daily living in Asia: longitudinal findings in the Thai cohort study

Low back pain and limitations of daily living in Asia: longitudinal findings in the Thai cohort study

Social Demography of Transitional Dietary Patterns in Thailand: Prospective Evidence from the Thai Cohort Study

The Study and Analysis of Behavior, Patterns of Physical Activity Promotion Among Citizens in Mueang District, Mahasarakham Province

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