For optimal treatment of musculoskeletal pain among elderly individuals, clarification of its aetiology is essential

I read with interest the article by Sengupta et al. on a mixed-method study of 255 elderly patients with musculoskeletal pain (MSP) evaluated using a structured questionnaire. 1 e study showed that 57% of the enrolled patients reported MSP, with the knee joint being the most commonly a ected site.Multivariate analysis revealed that comorbidity, age, depression and drug use were associated with MSP.It was concluded that the treatment of MSP should focus on managing comorbidities, providing mental support and informing about the side e ects of over-the-counter analgesics.e study is valuable but has concerning limitations that should be discussed.