Abstract
Prevalence and Associated Factors of Low Back Pain Among Teachers Working at Governmental Primary Schools in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: A Cross Sectional Study
Highlights
IntroductionThe objective of this study was to assess the prevalence and associated factors of Low back pain (LBP) among teachers working at governmental primary schools in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2016
Low back pain (LBP) is among the greatest public health threats that individuals face around the world
The multivariable logistic regression showed that, ergonomics training, enough teachers in school, prolonged sitting posture and poor work place social environment were significantly associated with LBP (AOR=2.246, 3.786, 0.237 and 6.799 respectively)
Summary
The objective of this study was to assess the prevalence and associated factors of LBP among teachers working at governmental primary schools in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2016. Low back pain (LBP) is among the greatest public health threats that individuals face around the world. LBP produces a considerable personal, community, and financial burden [2] and it is the most common reason for medical consultations globally [1]. It does suggest poor quality of individuals’ life, and showed decreased in labor productivity due to off-work absenteeism and early retirement [3]. The World Health Organization (WHO) identified it as one of the topmost three work-related health problems to be considered by surveillance [4]
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