Risk Factors for Chronic Low Back Pain in Adults: A Case Control Study Done in Sri Lanka

Karunanayake, A.L.

doi:10.4172/2167-0846.1000162

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“…The results of the Quick Exposure Check Level (QEC Level) showed that as many as 17 respondents (42.5) needed further research and changes, 5 respondents (12.5%) were in safe conditions (Table 1). The results of the Quick Exposure Check Level (QEC) score calculation showed that most of the respondents (35%) with the exposure score for the back are at a high level, while for the shoulders (37.5%), wrists (50%) and neck 52%) is at a moderate level ( (Lionel, 2014). Musculoskeletal disorders occur with increasing age.…”

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Analysis of Working Postures on the Low Back Pain Incidence in Traditional Songket Weaving Craftsmen in Ketang Manggarai Village, NTT

Suryati¹,

Nggarang²

2020

J EPIDEMIOL PUBLIC HEALTH

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Background: Low back pain (LBP) is pain that is experienced in between the corners of the lower ribs to the fold of the lower buttocks, namely the lumbar-sacral area and is often accompanied by pain radiations to the legs and feet. LBP is caused by sitting for a long time in a monotonous position, causing tension on back muscles and can lead to the surrounding soft tissue damage. Traditional cloth weavers are at risk of LBP due to their activities that requiring sitting and bending positions, in a same certain position and for a long time. Analysis of appropriate working posture can be a reference to reduce the risk of LBP. This study aims to determine working posture and its effect on the incidence of LBP and the risk level of each work attitude element of the woven fabric manufacturing activity. Subjects and Method: This was a quantitative study using a retrospective study. The subjects of this study were 40 weavers of traditional fabrics. The dependent variable was working posture. The independent variable was low back pain (LBP). LBP pain measured using the numeric rating scale (NRS) and the Quick Exposure Check (QEC) questionnaire to determine working posture. Results: There was a significant relationship between LBP and working posture (QEC level) (OR= 0.15; 95% CI= 0.03 to 0.71; p= 0.017), age (OR= 5.64; 95% CI= 1.07 to 2.96; p= 0.001), and tenure OR= 0.44; 95% CI= 0.16 to 0.85; p= 0.014). Age and tenure (hours) also influence the incidence of LBP. Conclusion: Age, working experience (length of work), and working posture have a high contribution to the incidence of Low back pain. The results of this study expected to be a reference of comfortable working posture for workers and efforts to prevent and manage low back pain.

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Analysis of Working Postures on the Low Back Pain Incidence in Traditional Songket Weaving Craftsmen in Ketang Manggarai Village, NTT

Suryati¹,

Nggarang²

2020

J EPIDEMIOL PUBLIC HEALTH

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“…An extensive literature review of previous studies suggests that there is a strong association between high BMI levels and LBP which states that when compared with people with normal BMI, those with high BMI had a two times greater chance of developing LBP. 30 Others, however, discovered that the risk of getting LBP was not significantly correlated with either height or weight. 31 A recent study conducted on 300 patients revealed that out of 300 patients with LBP 74.6% were overweight or obese 32 which shows incongruity with our current study findings.…”

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Assessment of the prevalence and associated factors of lower back pain (LBP) among three different professionals in Bangladesh: Findings from a face-to-face survey

Nasim,

Siddique,

Devnath

et al. 2024

BMJ Open

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ObjectivesThis study aims to evaluate the prevalence and associated factors of lower back pain (LBP) among farmers, rickshaw pullers and office workers in Bangladesh, while also investigating potential contributors within these occupational groups.DesignThis cross-sectional study aimed to determine the prevalence of LBP, associated factors and management procedures among farmers, rickshaw pullers and office workers in Bangladesh through face-to-face interviews.SettingThe study was conducted in different parts of the Bogura district in Bangladesh.ParticipantsA total of 396 participants were included in the final analysis, all the participants were men and adult in age.Main outcome measurementsData were collected using a semi-structured questionnaire based on previous research. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed to identify significant associations.ResultsThe prevalence of LBP was found to be 42.7% among the participants. Farmers and rickshaw pullers had approximately four-times and three-times higher odds of experiencing LBP compared with office workers. Other significant factors associated with LBP included living in a nuclear family, having a normal body weight, lacking professional training, having a chronic disease, having a family history of LBP and experiencing numbness in the legs or feet. The majority of respondents sought medical attention and took medication for their LBP.ConclusionThe study underscores occupational differences in LBP prevalence, emphasising the necessity for tailored interventions and occupational health policies. Identifying specific risk factors and management practices in these professions can aid in developing effective prevention strategies and enhancing healthcare services.

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“…Low back pain is distress situated inferior to the 12th rib margin and superior to the lower gluteal folds, with the presence or absence of leg pain. Researches report that almost 18% of the population would develop LBP during their lifetime [4]. The most prevalent type of LBP is "non-specific LBP" because of non-identifiable clinical pathology.…”

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“…Researching the risk factors for LBP can help to minimize LBP and reduce the impact of acute LBP from transforming to chronic LBP. The leading risk factors of low back pain include age, sedentary lifestyle, anxiety, and sleep [4]. Besides various risk factors, I think the postural factor to be the greatest risk factor for LBP.…”

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Identifying relations between posture and pain in lower back pain patients: a narrative review

Kripa

Kaur

2021

Bull Fac Phys Ther

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Posture is a “body’s attitude or the positioning of the limbs when standing or sitting.” There are many examples of different postures which include lordotic posture, swayback posture, flat back, and anterior pelvic tilt. Everyone in some of the other parts of their life considers pain as an unpleasant feeling or sensation that is experienced. Specifically, low back pain can be relentless and daunting to many people who often recovered without the need of a health care professional or any treatment by changing their posture or performing the movement. Various factors are leading to low back pain other than the postural fault, for instance, age, sedentary lifestyle, anxiety, and sleep. However, for back pain, posture has become deep-rooted in people’s thoughts. Health care professionals have instructed people to correct their posture to fight back pain. As people become older, the posture becomes worse, but this does not appear to cause pain. If any person cannot move his/her body, that does not mean that they are having a problem involving posture; that is actually because of a problem relating to movement. A study proved that there is no difference in the lordotic angle of the populace having an issue with LBP. There is a decrease in the range and speed of the movement performed. What matters is the movement rather than the appearance of standing or sitting. The primary aim of this paper is to improve knowledge and understanding of the association between posture and LBP, as, speaking about recent researches, they have observed no association between posture and LBP. There are many studies published to support this evidence. People call the importance of posture and alignment for while performing a heavy deadlift, land a jump, or any strenuous activity. Therefore, an urge to write a paper on this topic is to change the mindset of many people worrying out there about their postural faults or their appearances by providing information about varying their static posture to conform to some ideal and keep moving to improve their function.

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Risk Factors for Chronic Low Back Pain in Adults: A Case Control Study Done in Sri Lanka

Cited by 4 publications

References 30 publications

Analysis of Working Postures on the Low Back Pain Incidence in Traditional Songket Weaving Craftsmen in Ketang Manggarai Village, NTT

Analysis of Working Postures on the Low Back Pain Incidence in Traditional Songket Weaving Craftsmen in Ketang Manggarai Village, NTT

Assessment of the prevalence and associated factors of lower back pain (LBP) among three different professionals in Bangladesh: Findings from a face-to-face survey

Identifying relations between posture and pain in lower back pain patients: a narrative review

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