Evaluation of the lumbar spine pain syndromes frequency of occurrence among office and physical workers

Abstract

Purpose of this study. The purpose of this study was to investigate frequency of the lumbar spine pain syndromes in the group of persons that perform office work and physical work. The pain effect on the investigated everyday lives was also evaluated. Material and methods. The research was conducted using the Revised Oswestry Low Back Pain Disability Scale. The questions included in the questionnaire concerned everyday life activities. The questioned persons also subjectively assessed the pain intensity and the intensity change. Conclusions. The ailments relating to the lumbar spine section appear in different occupations and they affect the workers’ everyday lives. More difficulties in the everyday life appear among the office workers, where the pain restricts their walking, lying or sleeping. Implementation of some physical activity reduces the ailments.