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ArticlePloS one2026

Physical function, daily activities, and spinal pain in the elderly: A cross-sectional study.

Paulina Kowalewska, Małgorzata Wójcik, Aleksandra Banaszak, Kacper Bernatowicz, Mateusz Motyl, Patrycja Wołodźko, Matylda Sauermann, Maciej Wołczek, Eryk Pietruszak, Bartosz Aniśko

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Article in PloS one, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

10 authors.

Paulina KowalewskaPhysio Research Review Student Research Association, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-8608-7516
Małgorzata WójcikDepartment of Physiotherapy, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.
Aleksandra BanaszakPhysio Research Review Student Research Association, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.
Kacper BernatowiczPhysio Research Review Student Research Association, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.
Mateusz MotylPhysio Research Review Student Research Association, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.
Patrycja WołodźkoPhysio Research Review Student Research Association, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.
Matylda SauermannPhysio Research Review Student Research Association, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.
Maciej WołczekPhysio Research Review Student Research Association, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.
Eryk PietruszakPhysio Research Review Student Research Association, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.
Bartosz AniśkoDepartment of Physiotherapy, Poznań University of Physical Education, Faculty of Sport Sciences, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Poland.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1688-7684

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Population aging is associated with progressive functional decline and a rising prevalence of chronic spinal pain, representing a major challenge for public health and geriatric care.

objectiveTo evaluate the relationships between spinal pain, functional mobility, balance, and physical activity level in older adults.

methodsA total of 28 community-dwelling seniors (25 women, 3 men; mean age 70.8 ± 5.1 years) participated in the study. Functional mobility was assessed using the Timed Up and Go (TUG) test and reaction time. Postural balance was measured using a force platform. Disability was evaluated with NDI and ODI, and physical activity with IPAQ.

resultsSignificant correlations were found between age and TUG (r = 0.61, p < 0.001), and between Neck Disability Index (NDI) and postural sway area (r = 0.45, p = 0.016). No significant relationship was observed between pain and physical activity levels.

conclusionSpinal pain and age are significantly associated with functional decline and impaired balance in older adults. These findings suggest that assessing cervical disability and postural stability should be integral to the geriatric evaluation, as they may identify individuals at higher risk of mobility limitations.

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Activities of Daily LivingBack PainAgedAged, 80 and overCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMalePostural Balance

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PMID41805708
PMCPMC12974841

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