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PREVALENCE OF NON-SPECIFIC UPPER BACK PAIN IN PROFFESIONAL BUS DRIVERS

  • Unique Paper ID: 173608
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 10
  • PageNo: 810-815
  • Abstract:
  • Background: Professional bus drivers face significant risks of developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) due to the nature of their work, which involves prolonged sitting, repetitive movements, exposure to vibration, and manual tasks such as lifting and maneuvering vehicles. These factors contribute to discomfort and pain in various body regions, particularly the spine, shoulders, back, neck, and knees. Drivers often experience lower back pain, neck and shoulder tension, and discomfort in the upper and lower extremities. To mitigate the risk of MSDs, interventions focused on ergonomics, posture awareness, regular breaks, and targeted exercises are essential. Employers must prioritize driver well-being by providing ergonomic seating, promoting proper posture, and offering training on lifting techniques and managing discomfort. Addressing these challenges is crucial for safeguarding the health and productivity of professional drivers, especially given their integral role in the transportation industry and the economic growth of regions like India. Method: The study aimed to investigate the prevalence of non-specific upper back pain in professional city bus drivers. Subjects were selected from Kolhapur municipal transport and assessed using diagnostic criteria i.e. On palpation and on observation and NPRS scale. Inclusion and exclusion criteria were considered, and subjects willing to participate were included after receiving an explanation of the study's nature. Result: In this study of 96 participants, pain complaints varied across age groups, with 30 participants reporting pain. The Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) revealed that 60 participants had no pain, while 36 participants reported varying degrees of pain severity. Upon observation, redness and swelling were observed in a small percentage of participants, with swelling being more prevalent. Palpation diagnostic criteria indicated tenderness and spasm, with tenderness present in only one participant and both tenderness and spasm present in 33 participants. These findings suggest a varied presentation of pain and associated symptoms among the participants, with swelling being a notable observation. Conclusion: The goal of our study was to investigate the prevalence rate of non-specific upper back pain in professional city bus drivers. According to our research, out of 96 subjects participating in the study, 37% complains of pain and remaining 63% don’t show any symptom’s regarding nonspecific upper back pain. Non-specific upper back pain is likely to be more in 41-45 age group.
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  • ISSN: 2349-6002
  • Volume: 11
  • Issue: 10
  • PageNo: 810-815

PREVALENCE OF NON-SPECIFIC UPPER BACK PAIN IN PROFFESIONAL BUS DRIVERS

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