Bmc Musculoskel Dis
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Bmc Musculoskel Dis · Feb 2019
Prevalence and factors associated with low back pain among health care workers in southwestern Saudi Arabia.
The purpose was to measure the prevalence and related risk factors of low back pain (LBP) among health care workers (HCWs) at different levels of health care in southwestern Saudi Arabia. ⋯ LBP is a common problem among HCWs. Many preventable risk factors have been identified, including exertional back trauma, increased BMI and lack of regular physical exercise. Occupational health and safety programmes to build ergonomically safe working conditions and encourage regular physical exercise are needed.