INFLUENCE OF NUTRACEUTICALS ON MUSCULOSKELETON DISORDERS: A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY IN TWIN CITIES OF PAKISTAN

Abstract

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the leading causes of chronic pain,disability, and reduced quality of life globally. These conditions affect the muscles, bones, joints,tendons, and ligaments, presenting in forms such as back pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis,and tendonitis. According to the Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study, MSDs are among the top causes of years lived with disability worldwide, and their burden is increasing due to an aging population, sedentary lifestyles, and occupational hazards. In Pakistan, the prevalence of MSDs is significant, particularly among women and individuals engaged in physically demanding occupations. Daily tasks, lack of ergonomic awareness, nutritional deficiencies, and inadequate access to healthcare further exacerbate this burden. Hospital records and community health data consistently show high incidences of joint pain, lower back pain, and neck stiffness among adults.