The Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome in Patients Suffering From Chronic Pain

Obesity is considered as the epidemic of the century. Central obesity is one of the metabolic syndrome's features. It has been proven that obesity can cause back pain and headaches; thus, there might be a link between chronic pain and the syndrome.

The objective of this study is to assess the prevalence of metabolic syndrome in patients suffering from chronic pain.

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Key information

Conditions

Pain and Metabolic Syndrome Chronic Pain Glucose Metabolism Disorders Hyperinsulinism Insulin Resistance Metabolic Diseases Metabolic Syndrome Neurologic Manifestations Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Pain Medicine Unit

Tel Aviv, Israel

About this study

All patients will answer a questionnaire, their hip circumference will be measured, and their BMI will be calculated (weight/(height)2 ).

The patients' blood pressure will be measured. The patients will be asked to bring their blood tests (lipids and glucose).

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Patients over 18 that suffer from chronic pain and are being treated at the pain medicine unit

Exclusion criteria

Pregnant women, patients with abdominal wall defects

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Tel-Aviv Sourasky Medical Center

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Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2009
Study completion: 2012
First posted: Apr 21, 2009
Registry last updated: Mar 27, 2014

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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