Influence of Demographic, Occupational and Pain Intensity on Low Back Pain among Office Workers
Keywords:
Low Back Pain, Office Workers, Occupational Factors, ErgonomicsAbstract
Low back pain (LBP) is highly prevalent among office workers and can impair productivity and quality of life. This study investigated demographic and occupational factors contributing to LBP among administrative employees. A cross-sectional design recruited 105 eligible participants aged 18–60 years. Data were collected using a demographic questionnaire and a Numeric Rating Scale for pain. Significant group differences were found for gender, height, and pain intensity. Logistic regression identified female gender, taller stature, and moderate pain intensity as independent predictors of LBP. These findings underscore the importance of ergonomic interventions tailored to individual worker characteristics.
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