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Back Pain Linked to Higher Sleep Issues in Men

1/8/2026

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Dr. Soomi Lee of Pennsylvania State University led a six-year study tracking 1,055 men.
The study, published in Innovation and Aging, notes that further research is needed to explore these findings in women and other demographics.
Participants with back pain showed a 12%–25% higher risk of sleep issues.
Lee recommends older adults seek medical treatment, including physical therapy or exercise, to maintain sleep and health.

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Story summary

Dr. Soomi Lee of Pennsylvania State University led a six-year study tracking 1,055 men.
The study, published in Innovation and Aging, notes that further research is needed to explore these findings in women and other demographics.
Participants with back pain showed a 12%–25% higher risk of sleep issues.
Lee recommends older adults seek medical treatment, including physical therapy or exercise, to maintain sleep and health.