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Countrywide natural experiment links built environment to physical activity.

Nature·September 1, 2025·PMID 40804514

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It provides strong, objective evidence that built environment directly influences physical activity, addressing prior methodological weaknesses. For pain specialists, this reinforces the role of environmental factors in promoting activity, which is foundational for managing chronic pain and improving functional outcomes.

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