Understanding Low Back Pain: Three Essential Facts
Low back pain is a common concern worldwide, but there are some aspects of it that might surprise you:
1. Age and Low Back Pain: It's a common misconception that low back pain worsens with age. Research indicates that the prevalence of low back pain can actually decrease or stabilize as people grow older.
2. How Common is Low Back Pain?: Did you know that up to 84% of people will experience low back pain at some point in their lives? This makes it one of the most widespread physical ailments.
3. Impact on Global Health: Low back pain is a leading cause of disability globally, significantly affecting quality of life and the ability to work.
At Studio On, located in the heart of Phnom Penh, we specialize in the management of low back pain through tailored physiotherapy and osteopathy treatments. Whether you need physiotherapy (physio) or osteopathy (ostéopathie) solutions, our expert care is designed to offer relief and recovery.
References:
Hartvigsen, J., et al. (2018). The study titled "Ageing & Society" published in volume 35, issue 3, pages 229-255 can be accessed for further reading here.
The Global Burden of Disease study conducted by IASP in 2019 can be further explored here.
According to a study published in The Lancet Rheumatology by IHME in 2023, low back pain has been identified as the leading cause of disability worldwide. For more information, please refer to the study details.
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