In the captain's chair: a cross-sectional study on back pain among commercial airline pilots in Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Musculoskeletal disorders, including back pain, pose a significant challenge to workforce health, particularly in professions characterized by prolonged periods of sedentary activities. This challenge is notably relevant in commercial airline piloting due to unique ergonomic issues. Despite extensive research on back pain in various occupational settings, an understanding of the specific factors contributing to back pain among commercial airline pilots in Saudi Arabia is still lacking.

Methods

This cross-sectional survey aimed to investigate the prevalence of back pain among Saudi Arabian commercial airline pilots. A structured questionnaire, developed through literature review and expert consultation, covered demographic information, occupational details, and bac

SUBMITTER: AlMuammar S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11816755 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature