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Global, Regional, and National Burdens of Neck Pain in Adolescents and Young Adults Aged 10-24 Years From 1990 to 2021: A Population-Based Study.
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backgroundNeck pain is a prevalent condition that poses substantial health challenges for adolescents and young adults worldwide. However, data on its burden and trends in this population are limited. This study aimed to evaluate trends in the burden of neck pain among adolescents and young adults aged 10-24 years from 1990 to 2021 at the global, regional, and national levels. MATERIALS AND
methodsThis trend analysis, derived from the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study 2021, aimed to estimate the incidence, prevalence, and years lived with disability (YLDs) related to neck pain in individuals aged 10-24. We reported case counts, rates per 100,000 individuals, and average annual percentage changes (AAPCs). Furthermore, global trends were further analyzed by age, sex, and the sociodemographic index (SDI).
resultsGlobally, the prevalence of neck pain among adolescents and young adults decreased from 1029 (95% uncertainty interval [UI]: 556-1755) in 1990 to 1019 (95% UI: 549-1742) per 100,000 in 2021, with an AAPC of -0.05 (95% confidence interval [CI] from -0.07 to -0.03, p = 0.001). Those aged 10-14 years experienced a significant increase in prevalence (from 496 [95% UI: 272-1381] to 500 [95% UI: 275-1365] per 100,000, with an AAPC of 0.03 [95% CI: 0.01-0.04], p = 0.001). The YLDs decreased from 107 (95% UI: 52-200) in 1990 to 106 (95% UI: 51-197) per 100,000 in 2021, with an AAPC of -0.05 (95% CI: -0.08 to -0.02, p = 0.001). Globally, the prevalence is higher in females (1182 [95% UI: 638-1365]) than in males (863 [95% UI: 459-1365]), with the peak among those aged 20-24 years. Tropical Latin America had the highest prevalence and YLDs from 1990 to 2021. By the SDI quintile, high-income countries had the highest prevalence and YLDs of neck pain during the study period.
conclusionGlobally, the age-standardized prevalence rate of neck pain among adolescents and young adults declined from 1990 to 2021, and this trend was unaffected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Although the prevalence among young adults shows a downward trend, neck pain remains a considerable burden. Notably, the prevalence of neck pain among adolescents aged 10-14 years continued to increase. This study provides insights for evidence-based resource allocation for neck pain screening, prevention, and intervention strategies targeting adolescents and young adults.
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