With the increase in the number of patients with reduced mobility, there is an increasing strain on the musculoskeletal system and back pain among health care professionals caring for patients with reduced mobility occurs. Study of the leading risk factors of this kind of pain is relevant for the establishment of scientifically defined basis of preventive measures.

OBJECTIVE

To determine the influence of biological factors, lifestyle factors and working conditions on the prevalence of low back pain syndrome in healthcare professionals.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

A survey of 915 paramedical workers of urban health organizations in Orenburg was performed by indicators (a total of 21) describing the presence of complaints of low back pain, biological factors, lifestyle factors and working conditions. Statistical analysis of the influence of the studied groups of factors on the prevalence of low back pain was done by means of the Statistica 10.0 program.

RESULTS

The prevalence of low back pain in healthcare workers amounted to 82.8±1.2%. The influence of one biological factor (musculoskeletal disorder) and two lifestyle factors (fullness of diet with protein and physical activity) has been statistically confirmed. The impact of 8 factors from 9 factors of working process has been confirmed: weight lifting, long shifts (>24 hours), stereotyped movements, manual method of patients’ moving, body position during shift, physical effort, work at outpatient visit and in hospital environment.

CONCLUSION

Determination of the risk factors for developing low back pain in medical personnel caring for patients with reduced mobility will allow to optimize working conditions and perform preventive measures aimed at reducing the risk of developing the studied pain syndrome under the adverse influence of factors of the working process.