Factors Associated with Musculoskeletal Disorders in Pétanque Athletes

Abstract

Disorders of the musculoskeletal system are an accumulation of small and large symptoms that take place continuously for a relatively long time. Pétanque sports combine movements into one such as walking, throwing, and squatting in a relatively long time with low intensity. Methods: This study used an observational analysis with a cross-sectional design. The research population is the Pétanque athletes in Makassar City in 2021, totaling 30 people. The sample used is total sampling. Collecting data using a questionnaire, Nordic Body Map, and observation. Results: the results of this study show that musculoskeletal disorders can occur due to factors such as frequency, intensity and type of exercise performed by athletes. Conclusion: exercise frequency, exercise intensity, and type of exercise have a relationship with complaints of musculoskeletal disorders in Petanque athletes.