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      The impact of obesity on the musculoskeletal system.

      International Journal of Obesity (2005)
      Health Care Costs, Humans, Low Back Pain, etiology, Musculoskeletal Diseases, Obesity, complications, Osteoarthritis, Quality of Life, psychology, Weight Loss

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          Obesity is associated with a range of disabling musculoskeletal conditions in adults. As the prevalence of obesity increases, the societal burden of these chronic musculoskeletal conditions, in terms of disability, health-related quality of life, and health-care costs, also increases. Research exploring the nature and strength of the associations between obesity and musculoskeletal conditions is accumulating, providing a better understanding of underlying mechanisms. Weight reduction is important in ameliorating some of the manifestations of musculoskeletal disease and improving function.

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          17848940
          10.1038/sj.ijo.0803715

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          Health Care Costs,Humans,Low Back Pain,etiology,Musculoskeletal Diseases,Obesity,complications,Osteoarthritis,Quality of Life,psychology,Weight Loss

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