According to a recent study published in Lancet Rheumatology, the number of people experiencing back pain is set to rise to over 840 million by 2050. Researchers analyzed over 300,000 individuals from 47 countries to determine that aging populations and rising global population numbers are amongst the main reasons for this trend. The report calls for preventative measures and a focus on physical therapy as a means of treatment to reduce the economic burden likely to be placed upon health systems worldwide.
Over 840 Million People to Experience Back Pain by 2050 Study
A modelling study published in the Lancet Rheumatology journal has revealed that more than 840 million people worldwide will suffer from back pain by 2050. The study highlights population growth and an aging demographic as the main contributing factors behind the increase. The researchers also suggest that healthcare systems should prepare for an impending rise in demand for treatment of back pain conditions, which have been linked to significant economic burden.
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