Abstract: Developing countries like ours where the growth in the education sector is almost in a geometrical progression while the requisite infrastructure to cater to this tremendous growth is not developed. Teacher is back bone of education system. Teacher role encompasses teaching but not limited to teaching, various other administrative duties are part of routine. Development of work related musculoskeletal disorder (WRMSDs) in this population may have substantial impact on education system. To the best of our knowledge, no studies have explored the occurrence of different musculoskeletal complaints in college teachers. Therefore the aim of this study was to evaluate the frequency of WRMSDs in college teacher population. A cross-sectional design was adopted; The Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire was used to assess self reported musculoskeletal complaints. College teachers (n=42) attending short term course on yoga for healthy mind and body by UGC human resource development centre and department of physical education University of Mumbai formed the population of this study. Quantitative data were analyzed in percentage form. We concluded from study neck pain is most common WRMSDs in college teacher population. Offering health promotion awareness programs may be suitable solutions. However, further studies are required to assess the relationship between WRMSDs and specific workload- related factors.
Keywords: Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire, Work related musculoskeletal disorders, College teachers.
Title: Work Related Musculoskeletal Symptoms among College Teachers: Cross Sectional Survey
Author: Shweta Satish Devare Phadke
International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research and Innovations
ISSN 2348-1218 (print), ISSN 2348-1226 (online)
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