Prevalence of and risk factors for low back pain among professional drivers: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

A growing body of research indicates a correlation between occupational exposure, particularly among individuals in driving-related occupations, and the incidence of low back pain (LBP).

Methods

Databases were systematically searched, including PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, Cochrane Library, and SinoMed, from their inception through December 2023 for relevant studies of the prevalence and risk factors of LBP among professional drivers. Subsequent meta-analyses were performed utilizing Stata 17.0 and RevMan 5.4 software, while risk factor indicators were assessed using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation evidence quality grading system.

Results

A systematic review and meta-analysis comprising 19 studies involving 7,723 patie

SUBMITTER: Jia J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11382477 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature