Prevalência de sintomas osteomusculares em professores e futuros professores de uma instituição de ensino superior privada de Goiânia

Abstract

Symptoms such as pain, paresthesia, sensation of heaviness, fatigue and reduced range of motion result from inflammation or injuries in the structures responsible for movement, indicating musculoskeletal disorders. Its prevalence can be attributed to the overload of the anatomical structures of the musculoskeletal system, insufficient recovery time and psychosocial factors. Objective: To verify the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms in physical education teachers and future teachers, identifying the occurrence and severity of symptoms by anatomical region. Methodology: Descriptive research with a cross-sectional approach developed with 102 volunteers (90 students/future teachers and 12 teachers) with an average age of 27.9±11.3 years. The Nordic Musculoskeletal Symptom Questionnaire (NMSQ) was used to assess the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms. Results: A higher prevalence of symptoms was observed in the back regions, both in the lower and upper parts and in the knee region. In certain regions, the occurrence of pain symptoms resulted in absence from activities. The ankle/feet region stood out with the highest number of reports, followed by the lower back, hip/thigh and knees. Conclusion: A higher prevalence of symptoms was observed in the upper and lower back and knees. When comparing the prevalence between females and males, a significant difference was found only in the upper back region, with higher pain levels for females.