Correlation Between Anthropometric Indices and Musculoskeletal Disorder Among Teachers in Gwagwalada, Abuja

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are very common amongst teachers. According to previous studies, MSD decrease productivity at work due to sick leave, absenteeism and early retirement; and are also costly in terms of treatment. This study investigated the correlation between Anthropometric indices and MSDs. The sample included 398 public school teachers selected randomly. A cross sectional study design and simple random sampling was used to select nine out of twenty-eight public secondary schools. Data were collected using a questionnaire. Weight was measured with a Weighing Scale and height by using stadiometer. The results showed a significant association between MSD with height, age and pulse (p<0.05). MSDs are related to the height, age and pulse of teachers. This indicate that the high height, pulse and age, the more of MSDs.

Key Words: Anthropometric Indices, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Teachers