Prevalence of lumbago and its risk factors among dentists and orthodontist in Vijayapur city Karnataka

• Main Authors: M.B. Halkati, Hemavathi Patil, Shahid Ahmed Khan
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Al Ameen Medical College 2019-07-01
• Series: Al Ameen Journal of Medical Sciences
• Subjects: Lumbago; General Dentists; Orthodontists; Musculoskeletal Disorder
• Online Access: http://ajms.alameenmedical.org/ArticlePDFs/9%20AJMS%20V12.N3.2019%20p%20154-159.pdf

Introduction: In the practice of dental profession neck and Lower back pain is most common problem in these life time. Considering the importance of this problem, we considered it was necessary to investigate the prevalence and risk factors among dentists. Aim of the study is to assess the prevalence and risk factors of lumbago (LBP) among general dentist and orthodontists in vijayapur city. Material and method: total 100 dentists among them 65 are General dentists and 35 are orthodontists from vijayapur city were surveyed to determine the prevalence and risk factors of lumbago( LBP)with the mean age between 30-60yr.both the dentists were evaluated with the help of questionnaire. Result: The data obtained and showed that incidence of Lumbago (LBP) among (65) GD 41.5% and (35) orthodontist 34.2% had suffered with the problem. 60.0%of GD and 68.6% of orthodontist take breaks during their work .among them only 41.5% of GD and 25.7% Of Orthodontist opted Alternative Remedies like Physiotherapy or Massage. Conclusion: This study concluded that dental professionals have a high prevalence of LBP, and the symptoms, The severity of LBP is mild to moderate among both the General Dentists and orthodontist. The symptoms of LBP increased with working position. To minimize the risk of lower back pain among dentists, work postures need to be improved. The physical therapist’s role is vital, and the practice of relaxation and stretching exercises during breaks in the dentists’ work schedules is mandatory.