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This is a Cross-sectional study (also classified as: Observational).

September 10, 2025

Role of Spinal X Ray in Obese and Non-Obese Patients Presenting with Backache Between the Ages of 18-35 Years Old in Pakistan

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Obese patients showed a higher prevalence of lumbar spine abnormalities, with 86.7% affected compared to 67.3% of non-obese individuals.
Among 82 patients, abnormalities were noted in 61, demonstrating the predominant impact of obesity on backache.
Analysis included X-ray imaging with blinded interpretations; Chi-square tests revealed significant associations with obesity status.
Findings highlight the importance of using plain radiography for early detection of spinal issues related to obesity.

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Cross-sectional study assesses lumbar spine abnormalities via X-ray in young adults, revealing obesity significantly increases abnormal findings.

Zafar et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional study assesses lumbar spine abnormalities via X-ray in young adults, revealing obesity significantly increases abnormal findings.