Prevalence of non-specific Low back pain on physiotherapy students

by, Msc. Kristi Cela

Abstract

Introduction: The prevalence and incidence of LBP are unchangeable almost every year worldwide, being described as a pain that causes instability and inability to work, disrupts the quality of life, and is the reason for more frequent medical visits. The purpose of this study:The purpose of this study is to identify and study the prevalence of nonspecific Low Back Pain among the Physical Therapy students of the Faculty of Technical Medical Science in the University of Medicine Tirana. Methodology: This is a Cross-sectional study. This study included 80 students (73 females and 7 males) of Physical Therapy on their Science Master Degree, first-year (n=42) and second-year (n=38). Students filled out a questionnaire and to be participants in this study they must fulfill some criteria defined by the study. Results: By the end of the study was discovered that the prevalence of nonspecific Low Back Pain among students was 73%. The mean value of pain intensity according to the Visual Analogue Scale was 3.77. Where 36% of the subjects experienced mild pain, 55% e moderated pain and 9% a severe pain. Disability according to the Oswestry Disability Index was 19% (minimal disability) Conclusions In conclusion according to this study Physical Therapy students in Albania have a high prevalence of Low Back Pain among them. Low Back Pain can be an occupational risk and may cause disability on this student group. Risk factors and the causes of Low Back Pain remain to be studied.

How to cite: Cela, K. (2021). Prevalence of non-specific low back pain on physiotherapy students. Medicus, 5(1), 39–53.

https://doi.org/10.58944/duix6111