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Prevalence of Forefoot Pain among occupational bus drivers

. Fatima Mazhar, Rabia Ahmed, Enum Ghaffar, Rida Maqbool, Fariha Mazhar, Iqra Umer, Zainab Ayub, Aneeqa Aqdas, Rimsha Tariq & Uzma Irshad


Abstract

Background: Forefoot pain is a work-related musculoskeletal disorder. Professional drivers were at higher risk of developing forefoot pain due to prolong sitting and repetitive motions such as braking and pedaling.

 

Objective:  The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of forefoot pain among occupational bus drivers.

 

Methods:  A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the prevalence of forefoot pain in occupational drivers. Study duration was six months. The foot function index scale was distributed among 377 male occupational drivers.  Non-probability consecutive sampling technique was used. The male occupational drivers with ages between 20-44 years with at least 1 year of experience were included. The drivers with systemic, foot, and neurological disorders, and arthritis were excluded. The foot function index scale was used to measure the outcomes.

 

Results: The results of this study showed that 38.9% had no pain in the forefoot while  37.0% had  mild pain in the forefoot whereas  24.1% had moderate pain.

 

Conclusion: The conclusion of the study shows that  mild pain was more prevalent  in occupational bus drivers.

 

Index Terms-   Automobile Driver Examination, Cumulative Trauma Disorders, Forefoot, Foot Deformities, Pain Assessment.

 

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