The Impact of Smoking on the Development and Severity of Chronic Pain

Robinson, Christopher L.; Kim, Rosa S.; Ruan, Qing; Surapaneni, Sindhuja; Jones, Mark; Pak, Daniel; Southerland, Warren

doi:10.1007/s11916-022-01060-8

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“…The results of the study revealed that smokers scored higher on the pain subscale of the A-DSSS compared to non-smokers. This finding is consistent with existing evidence suggesting a bidirectional association between pain and smoking, particularly chronic pain 47 . However, the relationship between depression and smoking is still mixed 48 and requires further investigation.…”

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Examining the validity and reliability of the Arabic translated version of the depression and somatic symptoms scale (A-DSSS) among the Lebanese adults

Ismail,

Chabbouh,

Charro

et al. 2024

Sci Rep

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The prevalence of depression is high worldwide, and somatic symptoms are known to be one of the most debilitating aspects of depression. However, clinicians often face challenges in accurately assessing this comorbidity. To address this issue, the Depression and Somatic Symptoms Scale (DSSS) was developed as a self-administered scale that can diagnose both depression and somatic symptoms. The objective of this study is to evaluate the validity and reliability of the Arabic-translated version of the DSSS (A-DSSS) in a sample of Lebanese adults, as well as to explore its associated factors. A cross-sectional study was conducted over a period of one month, from February to March 2023, and involved a sample of 422 participants who were aged 18 years or older. Participants completed a questionnaire that included various measures, including demographic characteristics, alcohol and smoking habits, physical activity history, as well as two scales: the Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ9) scale and the A-DSSS scale. The A-DSSS showed high internal consistency (Cronbach’s alpha = 0.936), strong test–retest reliability (ICC of 0.988 with CI 0.976–0.994; p < 0.001), and a three-factor structure consistent with previous research. Convergent validity was supported by a significant correlation with the PHQ-9. Stepwise linear regression revealed that engaging in physical activity and increasing calorie consumption (as measured by MET-min/week score) were associated with a significant decrease in the A-DSSS total score and subscales. However, a significant increase in the A-DSSS total score was seen in the female gender in comparison for male gender. The A-DSSS revealed good psychometric properties and may be a useful tool for assessing depression and somatic symptoms in this population. The study also identified potential factors associated with depression and somatic symptoms, such as physical activity, calorie consumption, and gender, which may have implications in addressing depression and somatic symptoms for future interventions and clinical practice.

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confidence: 92%

Examining the validity and reliability of the Arabic translated version of the depression and somatic symptoms scale (A-DSSS) among the Lebanese adults

Ismail,

Chabbouh,

Charro

et al. 2024

Sci Rep

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“…In conclusion, the present findings lay the groundwork for the development of targeted interventions aimed at closing the identified knowledge gaps. Existing research suggests that even brief tobacco cessation interventions delivered in primary care settings may be effective in increasing smoking cessation rates (Robinson et al., 2022; Wray et al., 2018). Thus, encouraging musculoskeletal clinicians to ask about and advise patients about tobacco use, enhancing training programs, increasing access to resources, and fostering organizational support are crucial steps towards empowering musculoskeletal clinicians to take an active role in tobacco cessation.…”

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Knowledge, behaviours, and barriers regarding tobacco use cessation guidelines by musculoskeletal clinicians

Bejarano,

Zadro,

Cagle

et al. 2024

Musculoskeletal Care

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“…The burden of CP on society and health systems continues to increase, especially with an aging population. While the exact mechanisms underlying CP are not fully understood, certain risk factors such as smoking, being overweight, and lifestyle choices have been identified [5,6].…”

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Causal Associations between Dietary Habits and Chronic Pain: A Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study

Zhou,

Zhang,

Sun

et al. 2023

Nutrients

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Chronic pain is a prevalent and debilitating condition with significant impacts on individuals and society. While the role of diet in chronic pain is well-known, the relationship between special dietary choices and chronic pain remains unclear. This study investigates the causal associations between 20 dietary habits and chronic pain using a Mendelian randomization (MR) approach. Publicly available genome-wide association study data from the UK Biobank dataset were utilized for secondary analysis, and genetic instrumental variables strongly correlated with 20 different dietary habits were selected. Multisite chronic pain (MCP) scores were used as the primary outcome, with site-specific chronic pain (SSCP) including back pain, headache, knee pain, neck pain, and hip pain as secondary outcomes. The inverse-variance-weighted (IVW) method was the primary method used in the MR. The weighted median (WM) and Mendelian randomization pleiotropy residual sum and outlier test (MR-PRESSO) methods were used as sensitivity analyses. This study identified causal associations between specific dietary habits and chronic pain. A high intake of cheese, cereal, dried fruits, and fresh fruits was associated with lower MCP scores. Conversely, high alcohol, salt, pork, and poultry intakes were associated with higher MCP scores. Similar associations between special dietary habits and some types of SSCP, such as back and neck pain, were also observed. The findings were consistent across different statistical methods, and sensitivity analyses confirmed the reliability of the results. In conclusion, our study provides evidence of a causal relationship between various dietary habits and different types of chronic pain based on secondary analysis of the UK Biobank dataset. Adhering to an anti-inflammatory diet, including increased consumption of fruits and cereal while reducing salt and pork intake, may potentially alleviate chronic pain symptoms.

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The Impact of Smoking on the Development and Severity of Chronic Pain

Cited by 10 publications

References 69 publications

Examining the validity and reliability of the Arabic translated version of the depression and somatic symptoms scale (A-DSSS) among the Lebanese adults

Examining the validity and reliability of the Arabic translated version of the depression and somatic symptoms scale (A-DSSS) among the Lebanese adults

Knowledge, behaviours, and barriers regarding tobacco use cessation guidelines by musculoskeletal clinicians

Causal Associations between Dietary Habits and Chronic Pain: A Two-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study

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