Association of obesity with musculoskeletal health and functional mobility in females—a systematic review
Authors' conclusion
The data collected revealed a direct impact of obesity on musculoskeletal health, gait, and functional mobility, especially among women.
Study context
- Population
- Adult females (age ≥19) in the general population; studies published January 2001–December 2023 (PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Cochrane Library)
- Comparison
- Obesity or overweight vs normal weight
- Outcome
- Association between obesity and musculoskeletal health (bones, joints, soft tissues) and/or functional mobility in women
Pooled result
As reported in the abstract
Musculoskeletal health, gait and functional mobility
- Direct impact of obesity on musculoskeletal health, gait and functional mobility, especially among women
- Strong association between obesity and musculoskeletal pain, particularly lower back pain
- Obesity significantly alters gait biomechanics: increased plantar pressure, altered kinematic patterns, higher energy expenditure during walking
- Higher BMI significantly impacts mobility-related limitations
- Obesity, especially BMI >35 kg/m², adversely affects walking, stair climbing and chair rise ability
Original publication
Association of obesity with musculoskeletal health and functional mobility in females—a systematic review. Int J Obes (Lond). Published 18 September 2025. doi:10.
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