Judit Molnár
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Judit Molnár has a total of 4 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Amr Sayed Ghanem
Department of Epidemiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Debrecen, 4028 Debrecen, Hungary
1 shared publication - Attila Csaba Nagy
Department of Epidemiology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Debrecen, Hungary
1 shared publication - Balázs Lukács
Department of Physiotherapy, Institute of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Debrecen, 4028 Debrecen, Hungary
1 shared publication - Ilona Veres-Balajti
Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Institute of Health Sciences, University of Debrecen, 4028 Debrecen, Hungary
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 25 April 2026
- Published by MDPI AG in Healthcare
- Vol. 14 (9) , 1159
Factors Associated with Chronic Low Back Pain in Hungary Based on the European Health Interview Surveys Conducted in 2009, 2014, and 2019: A Repeated Cross-Sectional Study
Introduction: Low back pain (LBP) is the leading cause of disability worldwide, with substantial variation in prevalence across regions. It is associated with a wide range of biophysical, psychological, social, and lifestyle factors, as well as comorbid conditions. Given its high impact, identifying population-level correlations of LBP is essential for informing prevention strategies. This study aimed to assess demographic, socioeconomic, lifestyle, and health-related factors associated with LBP in Hungary. Methods: A repeated cross-sectional analysis was conducted using secondary data from three waves of the European Health Interview Survey (EHIS) carried out in Hungary in 2009, 2014, and 2019. Results: The prevalence of LBP increased over the study period. Female sex, higher educational attainment, normal body mass index, non-smoking status, abstaining from alcohol, and good self-perceived health were associated with lower odds of LBP. In contrast, older age (≥65 years), unfavorable financial status, residence in socioeconomically disadvantaged regions, use of over-the-counter medications, and several chronic conditions were associated with higher odds. Conclusions: Reducing the impact of low back pain requires its integration into comprehensive public health frameworks that combine chronic disease management with consideration of socioeconomic inequalities at the population level.
- 25 April 2026
- Published by MDPI AG in Healthcare
- Vol. 14 (9) , 1159
Open AccessFactors Associated with Chronic Low Back Pain in Hungary Based on the European Health Interview Surveys Conducted in 2009, 2014, and 2019: A Repeated Cross-Sectional Study
Introduction: Low back pain (LBP) is the leading cause of disability worldwide, with substantial variation in prevalence across regions. It is associated with a wide range of biophysical, psychological, social, and lifestyle factors, as well as comorbid conditions. Given its high impact, identifying population-level correlations of LBP is essential for informing prevention strategies. This study aimed to assess demographic, socioeconomic, lifestyle, and health-related factors associated with LBP in Hungary. Methods: A repeated cross-sectional analysis was conducted using secondary data from three waves of the European Health Interview Survey (EHIS) carried out in Hungary in 2009, 2014, and 2019. Results: The prevalence of LBP increased over the study period. Female sex, higher educational attainment, normal body mass index, non-smoking status, abstaining from alcohol, and good self-perceived health were associated with lower odds of LBP. In contrast, older age (≥65 years), unfavorable financial status, residence in socioeconomically disadvantaged regions, use of over-the-counter medications, and several chronic conditions were associated with higher odds. Conclusions: Reducing the impact of low back pain requires its integration into comprehensive public health frameworks that combine chronic disease management with consideration of socioeconomic inequalities at the population level.