ArticleJournal of pain research2024
Prevalence, Activity Limitations and Quality of Life in Patients with Non-Specific Neck Pain in Burundi: A Cross-Sectional Study.
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- Prevalence, Activity Limitations and Quality of Life in Patients With Non-Specific Neck Pain in Burundi: A Cross-Sectional Study [Letter].Journal of pain research · 2025Article
- Prevalence, Activity Limitations and Quality of Life in Patients with Non-Specific Neck Pain in Burundi: A Cross-Sectional Study [Response to Letter].Journal of pain research · 2025Article
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Abstract
Introduction: Non-specific neck pain (NSNP) causes a great deal of discomfort, impacting a person's functionality and quality of life. This study aimed to determine the prevalence, activity limitations, and quality of life in patients with NSNP in Burundi. Patients and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study with descriptive and analytical aims, covering the period from September 2023 to February 2024. It focused on NSNP patients received in three health facilities of Bujumbura. In addition to sociodemographic data, clinical data including pain, disability, psychological status and quality of life were collected. Results: Most of patients (47.1%) were over 40 years old, with an average of 49.30 (13.30) years. The majority was female, married, employed, and had a university education. Most of them (64.70%) described their pain as moderate to severe, with a mean score of 6.20 (1.60) on the numerical scale. A minority had poor health-related quality of life (20.60%). The majority had mild to moderate disability in both the psychological (41.20%) and physical (55.90%) components. Pain location during the current episode had a statistically significant association with social aspects (p=0.049). Individuals with lower levels of education, a more sedentary lifestyle, and greater psychological distress are likely to experience increased activity limitations (p<0.05). Conclusion: NSNP is a significant public health concern in Burundi, impacting individuals' socio-professional lives and overall quality of life. Individuals with lower levels of education, a more sedentary lifestyle, and greater psychological distress are likely to experience increased activity limitations. The state of health was perceived as poor by 20.60% of the sample. The physical component of health status was more impaired than the mental component, and the majority of patients presented moderate to severe disabilities, highlighting the need for preventive and management measures to mitigate its impact on individuals and the healthcare system in Burundi.
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