Intervertebral disc status is associated with vertebral marrow adipose tissue and muscular endurance

[摘要] PurposeLow back pain is a major public health issue. Identifying factors associated with better intervertebral disc (IVD) characteristics gives insight into IVD metabolism and highlights intervention targets for improvement of IVD health. This cross-sectional study investigates whether IVD T2-relaxation time on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is associated with vertebral fat fraction (VFF; to quantify marrow adipose tissue), trunk muscle cross-sectional area (CSA), muscle function and physical activity (PA).

[学科分类] 骨科学

[关键词] Intervertebral disc;Exercise;Marrow adipose tissue;Magnetic resonance imaging;Muscular endurance