ArticleFrontiers in pain research (Lausanne, Switzerland)2023
Chronic pain: its impact on the quality of life and gender.
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- The impacts of transcranial direct current stimulation combined with aquatic neuromuscular training on pain, function, kinesiophobia, knee instability, and quality of life in knee osteoarthritis: a double-blind randomized trial.Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation · 2025Trial
- Treatment patterns and healthcare resource utilization in pediatric neurofibromatosis type 1-associated symptomatic plexiform neurofibroma in the United States from 2000 to 2019.Neuro-oncology practice · 2026Article
- Targeting Spinal Dorsal Horn Sensitisation in Chronic Pain: Mechanisms and Translational Strategies.Neuroscience bulletin · 2026Review
- Work-family conflict and intimate partner violence among Chinese female nurses: a cross-sectional study.BMC nursing · 2026Article
- Unmasking the Silent Struggle: The Impact of Psychological Distress and Social Support on Health-Related Quality of Life in Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis.JMA journal · 2026Article
- Chronic Pain Identification Through Electronic Records (C-PICTURE): development and validation of an algorithm to identify people with chronic pain using primary care records: study protocol.BMC public health · 2026Article
- Incidence and preoperative risk factors for failed back surgery syndrome: a nationwide population-based cohort study.Scientific reports · 2026Article
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- Quality of life and associated determinants of chronic pain among patients attending a primary healthcare clinic in Gqeberha: A cross-sectional study.South African family practice : official journal of the South African Academy of Family Practice/Primary Care · 2026Article
- Comparative analysis of pain management protocols in pediatric and adult emergency medicine: a narrative review.Frontiers in public health · 2026Review
- Assessment of Quality of Life Among Patients Experiencing Pain: A Cross-Sectional Study at King Abdullah Medical City, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2025Article
- Cancer pain and quality of life structural equation model based on the biopsychosocial model.BMC cancer · 2025Article
- Sex-Related Differences in Chronic Pain: A Narrative Review by a Multidisciplinary Task Force.Medicina (Kaunas, Lithuania) · 2025Review
- Long-term back pain recall in Generation XXI adolescents: the role of sensitivity and pain history.Pain reports · 2025Article
- Long-Term Functional Outcomes and Quality of Life After Microvascular Reconstruction of Ankle and Foot Defects: A Monocentric Controlled Cohort Study.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Exercise Habits and Preferences of Community-Dwelling Older Adults with Chronic Pain: An Exploratory Study.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Chronic Pain in Italy: Turning Numbers Into Actionable Solutions.Pain research & management · 2025Review
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Abstract
Background: Chronic pain poses a considerable challenge to individuals' well-being, leading to decreased quality of life, limitations in daily functioning, and a higher reliance on healthcare services, resulting in significant economic burdens. In South Africa, chronic pain ranks among the prevalent chronic health conditions, although the exact prevalence might differ across different regions. To address this issue effectively, it is crucial to gain a comprehensive understanding of the problem by utilising the most up-to-date and relevant data available. Aim: The aim of this study was to assess the impact of chronic pain on the quality of life and gender of the patients attending a primary healthcare centre. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional quantitative study among chronic care patients at Soshanguve Community Health Centre (CHC). The study utilized a validated Wisconsin Brief Pain Questionnaire to collect data. A total of 331 patients actively participated in the study. Results: The prevalence of chronic pain was 21.5% [95% CI: 17.0-25.9]. Females were affected more frequently than male patients, chronic pain was 11.1% greater in females than in male. Furthermore, chronic pain mildly impacted the general activity of patients 33.8% [95% CI: 23.9-45.4], mood 42.3% [ 95% CI: 31.4-53.8], walking ability 29.6% [95% CI: 20.2-41.0], relationships 47.9% [95% CI: 36.7-59.3), sleep 31.0% [95% CI: 21.4-42.5], enjoyment of life 39.4% [95% CI: 28.9-51.1] and normal working ability 25.3% [ 95% CI: 16.7-36.6]. Conclusions: The exact Fisher test conducted to assess the association between the experienced chronic pain and its impact on the quality of life yielded a significant result, with a p-value of 0.0071 (p < 0.05). This indicates that a considerable number of patients are currently enduring chronic pain that has a noticeable effect on their overall quality of life. These findings offer invaluable insights that are essential for enhancing resource allocation at the primary care level and facilitating a more comprehensive evaluation of pain management in our communities.
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