Prevalence and Risk Factors of Low Back Pain Injuries at the Health and Sport Center Therapy Service During 2024

Abstract

Sports injury cases are cases that need to be handled appropriately to prevent worsening injuries. The number of sports injury cases needs to be mapped so that it is known what injury cases often occur and what risk factors cause injuries to occur, especially in cases of Low Back Pain. The purpose of this study is to determine the prevalence and risk factors of musculoskeletal injuries in the manipulative and rehabilitative therapy service of the Health and Sport Center of Yogyakarta State University, especially in cases of Low Back Pain. This research method is a continuous study with a quantitative descriptive design through an analytical observational approach. This study uses a total sampling technique involving data from therapy patients during 2024 who complained of Low Back Pain. Data analysis will use descriptive tests. The results show that there were 1,119 cases of low back pain during 2024, with the highest risk factor being in the 21-60 age group. The highest risk based on the cause is in daily activities at 63%. Female gender has a high risk of 56%. Office work has the highest risk at 37%. Prevention efforts need to be focused on increasing awareness of the importance of correct body posture, implementing work ergonomics, and carrying out regular and balanced physical activities to maintain health and reduce the prevalence of LBP injuries in the community.