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Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education
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VOL. 9, ISSUE 4 (2024)
Prevalence of musculoskeletal problems in physiotherapy undergraduates
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Meghna N M, Muhammed Shafeek V V, Liyana Zenbeque Shamsheer, Nafeesathul Misriya, Nithya Narayanan Kutty
Abstract

Background: Musculoskeletal injuries are increasingly common among physiotherapy students due to the physical demands of their training. Factors such as prolonged standing, repetitive movements, manual handling of patients, and poor ergonomics during clinical practice contribute to the rising incidence of musculoskeletal complaints.

Aim: This study aims to determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal problems among physiotherapy students.

Materials and methodology: A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 200 undergraduate physiotherapy students (ages 18-24) of both genders. The Extended Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire was utilized to assess musculoskeletal pain and activity limitations across nine body regions.

Results: Among the participants, 86% reported experiencing musculoskeletal pain. The most commonly affected areas were the neck (45%), lower back (14%), and shoulders (12%).

Conclusion: The findings indicate a high prevalence of musculoskeletal issues among physiotherapy students, with a notably higher incidence observed in female students. This underscores the need for preventive strategies and ergonomic education to mitigate these risks.
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Pages:7-9
How to cite this article:
Meghna N M, Muhammed Shafeek V V, Liyana Zenbeque Shamsheer, Nafeesathul Misriya, Nithya Narayanan Kutty "Prevalence of musculoskeletal problems in physiotherapy undergraduates". International Journal of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical Education, Vol 9, Issue 4, 2024, Pages 7-9
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