Scandinavian journal of work, environment & health
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Scand J Work Environ Health · Feb 2006
Cardiovascular risk factors and low-back pain in a long-term follow-up of industrial employees.
Atherosclerosis of the lumbar vessels has been suggested as a mechanism leading to low-back pain (LBP). We studied whether seven cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors predict LBP. ⋯ The study adds to the evidence supporting the atherosclerosis-LBP hypothesis particularly for men.