The Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Shoulder Injuries in Primary School Teachers, Durban, South Africa

Zingisa Z Nyawose and Rowena Naidoo

Global Journal of Health Science, 2020, vol. 12, issue 7, 64

Abstract: BACKGROUND- Shoulder injuries are among the most common musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) that can present in teachers, due to the nature of the teaching profession. OBJECTIVE- To determine the prevalence and associated risk factors of shoulder MSD in primary school teachers, Durban, South Africa. METHODS- A cross-sectional study was conducted on 203 school teachers. A questionnaire to determine the prevalence of shoulder injuries and other common injuries experienced was completed. Descriptive statistics and chi-square and binomial tests were used to analyse the results. RESULTS- The prevalence of shoulder injuries among school teachers was 53.7%, which was significantly higher than neck injuries (p=.037). Participants who had had a previous injury to the shoulder were more likely to have experienced shoulder problems at work (p = .006). A significant 76.1% had not injured their shoulder in any way (p <.0005). Additionally, the shoulder problems prevented a significant 77% of the participants from performing their normal work for up to seven days during the previous 12 months (p<.0005). CONCLUSION- Preventative and management strategies for shoulder injuries among school teachers are needed.

Date: 2020
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