Study of the prevalence and risk factors for low back pain in truck drivers in the state of São Paulo, Brazil

Background. Low back pain (LBP) is well known as the most common musculoskeletal disorder with the lifetime prevalence of eighty percent. Worldwide, 37% of low back pain was attributable to occupational risk factors. Truck driving is one among the jobs causing occupational LBP. Even though these drivers in Ethiopia run the high risk of occupational injuries and illnesses like drivers elsewhere, the evidence that shows the magnitude and factors that contribute to LBP is a significant shortcoming. Objective. To assess the magnitude and contributing factors of low back pain among long-distance truck drivers at Modjo Dry Port, Ethiopia, 2018. Methods. A cross-sectional study was conducted among systematically selected 422 long-distance truck drivers at Modjo Dry Port, Ethiopia, from February to March 2018. Data were collected through face-to-face individual interview using a structured questionnaire adapted from the standardized Nordic questionnaire for the analysis of musculoskeletal symptoms. The data were entered using EPI-DATA version 4.2.0.0 and cleaned and analyzed using SPSS version 20 statistical software for windows. Binary logistic regression was computed to determine the association using crude and adjusted odds ratios at 95% confidence intervals. Independent variables with a P value less than 0.05 in the multivariable logistic regression model were considered as significant. Results. Of 400 truck drivers interviewed, the prevalence of LBP was found to be 65%. The study also found smoking cigarette (AOR = 2.24, 95% CI (1.25–4.01), and P=0.007), physical inactivity (AOR = 2.12, 95% CI (1.28–3.51), and P=0.003), chronic diseases other than LBP (AOR = 2.18, 95% CI (1.32–3.61), and P=0.002), frequent lifting or carrying heavy objects (AOR = 3.02, 95% CI (1.75–5.22), and P≤0.001), perceived improper sitting posture while driving (AOR = 2.20, 95% CI (1.35–3.60), and P=0.002), and perceived job stress (AOR = 2.07, 95% CI (1.20–3.57), and P=0.009) were contributing factors of low back pain. Conclusion. This finding shows the public health importance of low back pain among long-distance truck drivers in Ethiopia. Individual factors largely accounted for the development of low back pain; hence, orientation on these modifiable risk factors and regular follow-up on safety procedures should be considered to mitigate the problem.

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THU0533 Prevalence of low back pain and kinesiophobia in elderly residents of sao paulo city: a cross-sectional preliminary data

10.1136/annrheumdis-2018-eular.7081 ◽

2018 ◽

Author(s):

K.E. Chang ◽

J.W.C. Silva ◽

I.M.B. Souza ◽

P.A. Moura ◽

F.J.R. França ◽

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Keyword(s):

Low Back Pain ◽

Back Pain ◽

Preliminary Data ◽

Sao Paulo ◽

Low Back ◽

São Paulo ◽

Cross Sectional

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Predicting pain recovery in patients with acute low back pain: a study protocol for a broad validation of a prognosis prediction model

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2020-040785 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (10) ◽

pp. e040785

Author(s):

Fernanda Gonçalves Silva ◽

Tatiane Mota da Silva ◽

Gabriele Alves Palomo ◽

Mark Jonathan Hancock ◽

Lucíola da Cunha Menezes Costa ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Low Back Pain ◽

Back Pain ◽

Prediction Model ◽

Sao Paulo ◽

Validation Dataset ◽

Low Back ◽

São Paulo ◽

Clinical Prediction ◽

Clinical Prediction Model ◽

Acute Low Back Pain

BackgroundThe clinical course of acute low back pain (LBP) is generally favourable; however, there is significant variability in the prognosis of these patients. A clinical prediction model to predict the likelihood of pain recovery at three time points for patients with acute LBP has recently been developed. The aim of this study is to conduct a broad validation test of this clinical prediction model, by testing its performance in a new sample of patients and a different setting.MethodsThe validation study with a prospective cohort design will recruit 420 patients with recent onset non-specific acute LBP, with moderate pain intensity, seeking care in the emergency departments of hospitals in São Paulo, Brazil. The primary outcome measure will be days to recovery from pain. The predicted probability of pain recovery for each individual will be computed based on predictions of the development model and this will be used to test the performance (calibration and discrimination) in the validation dataset.DiscussionThe findings of this study will better inform about the performance of the clinical prediction model, helping both clinicians and patients. If the model’s performance is acceptable, then future research should evaluate the impact of the prediction model, assessing whether it produces a change in clinicians’ behaviour and/or an improvement in patient outcomes.Ethics and disseminationEthics were granted by the Research Ethics Committee of the Universidade Cidade de São Paulo, #20310419.4.0000.0064. Study findings will be disseminated widely through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations.

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Low back pain prevalence in Sao Paulo, Brazil: A cross-sectional study

Brazilian Journal of Physical Therapy ◽

10.1016/j.bjpt.2021.07.004 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Gabrielle Z. Gonzalez ◽

Tatiane da Silva ◽

Marina A. Avanzi ◽

Gabriel T. Macedo ◽

Shirley S. Alves ◽

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Keyword(s):

Low Back Pain ◽

Back Pain ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sao Paulo ◽

Low Back ◽

São Paulo ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Pain Prevalence

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Demographic and cardiovascular risk factors associated with drug use in truck drivers in the state of São Paulo: A cross-sectional study.

10.21203/rs.3.rs-21248/v2 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Mariana Moura Pereira ◽

Antonio Padua Mansur ◽

Julio Yoshio Takada ◽

Vilma Leyton

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Alcohol Consumption ◽

Illicit Drugs ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sao Paulo ◽

The State ◽

Truck Drivers ◽

São Paulo ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

Abstract Background: The irregular routine of truck drivers favors the development of chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), especially cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), which can be exacerbated by the use of illicit drugs. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out with data from 2,071 truck drivers who traveled through the state of São Paulo between 2010 and 2016. Socioeconomic and occupational variables, risk factors for CVD, use of illicit drugs were analyzed. Clinical and toxicological tests were also carried out. Results: The average age of the truck drivers was 42.27 ± 11.07 years, and the use of illicit drugs, at least once while working, was reported or detected in 388 (18.7%) drivers. Compared to non-users, drug users were younger (37.25 ± 9.45 vs. 43.43 ± 11.1 years; p <0.001) and single (43.3% vs. 28.4%; p <0.001). The independent variables age [OR = 0.93 (95% CI: 0.91 - 0.95; p<0.001)], smoking [OR = 2.18 (95% CI: 1.39 - 3.44; p = 0.001)], alcohol consumption [OR = 1.626 (95% CI: 1.06 - 2.49; p = 0.026)] and hours of driving per day [OR = 1.08 (95% CI: 1.01 - 1.15; p = 0.012)] were also associated with the use of illicit drugs. Conclusion: The use of illicit drugs was higher in young and single drivers and was associated with a higher prevalence of smoking, alcohol consumption and more driving hours, which are risk factors for NCDs, CVD and traffic accidents.

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Whole body vibration and posture as risk factors for low back pain among forklift truck drivers

Journal of Sound and Vibration ◽

10.1016/j.jsv.2004.07.020 ◽

2005 ◽

Vol 284 (3-5) ◽

pp. 933-946 ◽

Cited By ~ 62

Author(s):

J. Hoy ◽

N. Mubarak ◽

S. Nelson ◽

M. Sweerts de Landas ◽

M. Magnusson ◽

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Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Low Back Pain ◽

Back Pain ◽

Whole Body Vibration ◽

Truck Drivers ◽

Whole Body ◽

Low Back ◽

Body Vibration ◽

Forklift Truck

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Prevalence and factors associated with low back pain in elderly registered in the Family Health Strategy

Fisioterapia em Movimento ◽

10.1590/1980-5918.030.002.ao17 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 30 (2) ◽

pp. 367-377 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Natasha Mendonça Quintino ◽

Marta Helena Souza De Conti ◽

Roger Palma ◽

Márcia Aparecida Nuevo Gatti ◽

Sandra Fiorelli Almeida Penteado Simeão ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Low Back Pain ◽

Back Pain ◽

Family Health ◽

The Elderly ◽

Sao Paulo ◽

Low Back ◽

São Paulo ◽

Health Strategy ◽

The Family ◽

Family Health Strategy

Abstract Introduction: Low back pain has varied etiology and complex discussed and can be triggered by various factors. Objective: Was to assess the prevalence of low back pain in individuals 60 years or more of the areas of the Family Health Strategy “Vila Sao Paulo” in the city of Bauru, São Paulo, and its association with demographic and socioeconomic variables, relating to work, lifestyle and morbidity. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study with 363 elderly sampled by the technique of two-stage cluster, which were interviewed at home using a multidimensional instrument (demographic, socio-economic, featuring work; lifestyle; morbidity) and the Nordic questionnaire. Conducted descriptive analysis, bivariate and Poisson regression. Results: It was noted more frequently in the elderly age group between 60 and 69 years old, married, with low education and income from two to five. The prevalence of low back pain was 55.8% of elderly patients studied, 52.2% in men and 47.8% women and, the variables load and carry weight (p = 0.001) and the number of diseases referred to (p = 0.04) showed association with the presence of low back pain. Conclusion: The elderly respondents show a high prevalence of low back pain associated with the loading and transport weight and the number of diseases referred.

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Demographic and cardiovascular risk factors associated with drug use in truck drivers in the state of Sao Paulo, Brazil: A cross-sectional study.

10.21203/rs.3.rs-21248/v3 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Mariana Moura Pereira ◽

Antonio Padua Mansur ◽

Julio Yoshio Takada ◽

Vilma Leyton

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Alcohol Consumption ◽

Illicit Drugs ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sao Paulo ◽

The State ◽

Truck Drivers ◽

São Paulo ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

Abstract Background: The irregular routine of truck drivers favors the development of chronic noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), especially cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), which can be exacerbated by the use of illicit drugs. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out with data from 2,071 truck drivers who traveled through the state of São Paulo between 2010 and 2016. Socioeconomic and occupational variables, risk factors for CVD, use of illicit drugs were analyzed. Clinical and toxicological tests were also carried out. Results: The average age of the truck drivers was 42.27 ± 11.07 years, and the use of illicit drugs, at least once while working, was reported or detected in 388 (18.7%) drivers. Compared to non-users, drug users were younger (37.25 ± 9.45 vs. 43.43 ± 11.1 years; p <0.001) and single (43.3% vs. 28.4%; p <0.001). The independent variables age [OR = 0.93 (95% CI: 0.91 - 0.95; p<0.001)], smoking [OR = 2.18 (95% CI: 1.39 - 3.44; p = 0.001)], alcohol consumption [OR = 1.626 (95% CI: 1.06 - 2.49; p = 0.026)] and hours of driving per day [OR = 1.08 (95% CI: 1.01 - 1.15; p = 0.012)] were also associated with the use of illicit drugs. Conclusion: The use of illicit drugs was higher in young and single drivers and was associated with a higher prevalence of smoking, alcohol consumption and more driving hours, which are risk factors for NCDs, CVD and traffic accidents.

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Low Back Pain in Commercial Airline Pilots

Aerospace Medicine and Human Performance ◽

10.3357/amhp.5656.2020 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 91 (12) ◽

pp. 940-947

Author(s):

Matthias Albermann ◽

Maria Lehmann ◽

Christian Eiche ◽

Joachim Schmidt ◽

Johannes Prottengeier

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Low Back Pain ◽

Back Pain ◽

Online Survey ◽

German Population ◽

Low Back ◽

Airline Pilots ◽

Acute Low Back Pain ◽

Commercial Airline ◽

Negative Effect

BACKGROUND: In their working life, airline pilots are exposed to particular risk factors that promote nonspecific low back pain (LBP). Because of the varying incidence internationally, we evaluated the point prevalences of acute, subacute, and chronic nonspecific LBP, as well as the current prevalences in German airline pilots. Furthermore, we compared the prevalence to the general German population and to European counterparts.METHODS: An anonymous online survey of 698 participating German airline pilots was evaluated. The impairment between groups was analyzed. Prevalences from our data were compared to existing data.RESULTS: The following point prevalences were found: 8.2% acute, 2.4% subacute, 82.7% chronic LBP; 74.1% of all individuals were suffering from current LBP when answered the questionnaire. A total time spent flying greater than 600 h within the last 12 mo was significantly related to acute nonspecific LBP. Individuals with any type of LBP were significantly impaired compared to those unaffected. It was found that German airline pilots suffer more often from current LBP than the general population and have a higher point prevalence of total LBP than their European counterparts.CONCLUSIONS: The evaluation showed a surprisingly high, previously unidentified, prevalence of nonspecific LBP in German airline pilots. Why German airline pilots suffer more often from LBP remains uncertain. The number of flying hours appears to have a negative effect on developing acute low back pain, but causation cannot be concluded. Other risk factors could not be confirmed.Albermann M, Lehmann M, Eiche C, Schmidt J, Prottengeier J. Low back pain in commercial airline pilots. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2020; 91(12):940947.

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