Longitudinal analysis shows sleep quality mediates pain and disability in older adults, suggesting a focus on sleep can enhance outcomes.
Sleep quality was found to mediate the relationship between depressive symptoms and pain/disability. These findings highlight the importance of assessing/improving sleep quality in older adults with LBP and depressive symptoms.
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