The Effect of Exercise and Ergonomics Training Program on Musculoskeletal Disorders in Teachers

The Effect of Exercise and Ergonomics Training Program on Musculoskeletal Disorders in Teachers: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Comparing the effectiveness of ergonomics and exercise training given to teachers regarding musculoskeletal disorders.

This study is planned as a randomized controlled experimental study. The research will be conducted with teachers working in schools affiliated with the Tatvan National Education Directorate. The study will evaluate the effect of a structured exercise program, given in conjunction with ergonomics training, on musculoskeletal disorders compared to the group that received only ergonomics training. The study population consists of teachers working in preschool, primary, secondary, and high school levels who have musculoskeletal disorders.

Pain intensity will be assessed using the Visual Analog Scale . The Oswestry Disability Index will be used to assess functional impairment due to lower back pain, and the Neck Disability Index will be used to assess functional impairment due to neck pain. The distribution and frequency of musculoskeletal symptoms according to body regions will be assessed using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire, and the level of burnout will be assessed using the Maslach Burnout Inventory. All measurement tools will be applied before and after the intervention.

Inclusion Criteria

• Being between 30-60 years old
• Having been a teacher for at least 5 years
• Having experienced musculoskeletal pain for at least three months
• Being able to participate in the ergonomics training and exercise program planned during the study period

Exclusion Criteria

• Having a pain score below 3 on the Visual Analog scale
• Having a neurological or orthopedic disease that prevents exercise
• Having undergone musculoskeletal surgery within the last six months
• Having a psychological disorder that may prevent exercise