Prevalance of Low Back Pain Among the Bank Workers at Some Selected Banks in Savar

Abstract

Purpose: Prevalence of low back pain among the bank workers at some selected banks in Savar. Objectives: To measure the severity of pain according to vas scale, to identify the prevalence of LBP among the bank workers, to determine the primary risk factors of low back pain among the bank workers and to inspect the socio- demographic information among the bank workers. Methodology: A quantitative (cross sectional) research model in the form of a prospective type survey design is carried out in this study. Conveniently 100 participants among the bank workers were collected from various banks of Savar, Dhaka, Bangladesh. The instruments used included direct interview, a body discomfort assessment tool that consist of Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) and a questionnaire. Data was collected by mixed type questionnaire and confidentiality of information and voluntarily participation were ensured by the researcher. Data were numerically coded and captured in Excel, using an SPSS 16.0 version program. Results: The findings of the study provide a baseline of information about prevalence of Back pain among the ban workers. In percentage 44% have suffered from back pain and male (81.82%) are more vulnerable than female (18.18%).The most affected age range 31-50years of age (68.18%). This age group is the largest proportion of the work force and with this part of the population affected to such a large degree it could affect the productivity of the company in a negative manner. The study revealed that the prevalence of back pain is most frequent who had job experience of 1-8 years 36%, followed by 21% were 9-16 years, 18% were 17-24 years, and 25% were 25-32 years. Conclusion: Prevention of LBP is beneficial for workers, employers, and society. To prevent work relate LBP should focus on working conditions rather than individual life style , greater attention to other risk factors such as history of back injury and perception of health status. Bankers should be educated on ergonomics, posture, taking break in between work and relaxation as this will ultimately improve job satisfaction and performance.