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Predictors of musculoskeletal disorders among special education teachers in Sabah, Malaysia.
Jeffree, Mohammad Saffree; Abdul Rahim, Ahmad Asyraf; Daud, Dayang Maryama Ag; Pang, Nicholas; Sazali, Mohd Fazeli; Sudi, Suhaini; Liau, Shye Nee; Wong, Eileen Ei Ling; Peter, Hanif Fikri; Amat, Siti Zuraina Ain; Chok, Stephanie; Abdelhafez, Mohsen M A; Lukman, Khamisah Awang; Saad, Ismail; Hassan, Mohd Rohaizat; Noordin, Raman.
Afiliação
  • Jeffree MS; Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Abdul Rahim AA; Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Daud DMA; HEAL Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Pang N; Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Sazali MF; Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Sudi S; Faculty of Science and Natural Resources, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Liau SN; HEAL Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Wong EEL; HEAL Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Peter HF; HEAL Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Amat SZA; Development Division, Sabah State Health Department, 88590, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Chok S; HEAL Research Unit, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Abdelhafez MMA; Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Science, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Lukman KA; Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Saad I; Faculty of Engineering, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
  • Hassan MR; Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, 56000, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
  • Noordin R; Faculty of Business, Economics and Accountancy, University Malaysia Sabah, 88400, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.
Heliyon ; 10(10): e30873, 2024 May 30.
Article em En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38826737
ABSTRACT
Special education teachers encounter considerable occupational challenges, yet there is limited information concerning musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) within this group. Therefore, this study aimed to address this gap by determining the prevalence of MSD, investigating associated factors of MSD, and identifying predictors of MSD among special education teachers. A cross-sectional study was conducted among special education teachers in Kota Kinabalu and Penampang, Sabah. Data were collected through self-administered questionnaires and musculoskeletal fitness assessments. Chi-square tests and independent t-tests were utilized to determine factors associated with MSD, while multiple logistic regression was performed to develop a comprehensive predictive model for MSD, which was then validated and tested for model fitness. A total of 122 individuals participated in the study, yielding a response rate of 95 %. The findings revealed a high prevalence of MSD (77.9 %) among special education teachers, with the lower back, shoulder, neck, knee, upper back, and foot being the most affected regions. The multivariable regression model identified several predictors of MSD, including marital status (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 4.78, 95 % confidence interval [CI] = 1.49-15.40), body fat percentage (aOR = 1.06, 95 % CI = 1.00-1.12), teaching in prolonged standing for few days a week (aOR = 3.20, 95 % CI = 0.99-10.29) or every day (aOR = 6.20, 95 % CI = 1.44-26.70), mindfulness (aOR = 0.47, 95 % CI = 0.22-0.98), and back extensor strength (aOR = 5.86, 95 % CI = 1.92-17.92). This study highlights the necessity of implementing interventions focusing on the ergonomic, psychological, and musculoskeletal fitness components to mitigate the prevalence of MSD and improve the overall well-being of special education teachers.
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Texto completo: 1 Bases de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Heliyon Ano de publicação: 2024 Tipo de documento: Article País de afiliação: Malásia

Texto completo: 1 Bases de dados: MEDLINE Idioma: En Revista: Heliyon Ano de publicação: 2024 Tipo de documento: Article País de afiliação: Malásia