A Cross-Sectional Study to Assess the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Regarding Low Back Pain Among Traffic Police Officers.

Neeti Christian (PT); Dheeraj Sharma (PT); Jahanvi Gowswami

doi:10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.47617

A Cross-Sectional Study to Assess the Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices Regarding Low Back Pain Among Traffic Police Officers.

Author(s)	Dr. Neeti Christian (PT), Dr. Dheeraj Sharma (PT), Dr. Jahanvi Gowswami
Country	India
Abstract	Background: Low back pain (LBP) is a common and disabling musculoskeletal condition, particularly prevalent among occupations involving prolonged standing and physical exertion, such as traffic policing. Despite awareness about LBP, a gap often exists between knowledge and actual preventive or treatment practices. Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) regarding LBP among traffic police officers in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, to identify gaps and inform future interventions. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 100 traffic police officers selected through stratified random sampling. A structured questionnaire was used to gather data on demographics, knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to LBP. Descriptive analysis was performed to interpret the findings. Results: Out of 100 traffic police officers surveyed, 61% had moderate knowledge of low back pain (LBP), 26% had poor knowledge, and only 13% had good knowledge. A neutral attitude toward LBP was observed in 59% of participants, while 25% showed a positive attitude. In terms of practices, 61% relied on inappropriate self-management strategies, and only 39% followed proper treatment-seeking behaviour. A significant positive correlation was found between knowledge and attitude (p < 0.05), but no significant correlation was observed between knowledge and practice or attitude and practice. Conclusion: The study highlights significant gaps in the knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to low back pain among traffic police officers. Despite moderate awareness, there is poor adherence to appropriate management strategies, with underutilization of physiotherapy services. Targeted educational programs and workplace health interventions are essential to improve LBP management and reduce its occupational impact.
Keywords	Low back pain, Knowledge Attitude Practice (KAP), Traffic police, Physiotherapy awareness, Occupational health, Cross-sectional study, Musculoskeletal disorders, Workplace ergonomics.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 3, May-June 2025
Published On	2025-06-11
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i03.47617
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g9pz5w

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