Journal article
The effect-modification of physical activity on the association of pain with impaired physical function in aging adults
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: Pain is prevalent among older adults and may result in impairment in physical function. However, little is known about the effect-modification of this relationship by physical activity (PA) participation. This large and representative study sought to estimate the effect of pain on physical function among older adults in Ghana and evaluate whether PA modifies this association.
METHODS: Data came from 1201 adults aged ≥50 years …
Authors
Gyasi RM; Adjakloe YDA; Siaw LP; James PB; Amoah PA; Abass K; Adu-Gyamfi S; Phillips DR
Journal
Experimental Gerontology, Vol. 163, ,
Publisher
Elsevier
Publication Date
June 2022
DOI
10.1016/j.exger.2022.111791
ISSN
0531-5565