Prevalence and factors associated with musculoskeletal disorders among primary and secondary school teachers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are among the top conditions that affect the working population including teachers. Historically, Kilimanjaro region including Moshi municipal, has been a pioneer in education development in Tanzania. Moshi municipality represent a diverse setting of primary and secondary education; however, no study has yet examined MSDs among teachers in this setting.

Objective

The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of MSDs among primary and secondary school teachers, and identify the associated factors.

Methodology

A cross-sectional study was conducted among 205 primary and secondary school teachers in Moshi Municipal, Northern Tanzania. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire that incorporated the Standardize

SUBMITTER: Gikaro JM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12602518 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature