A STUDY TO ASSESS THE KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDE AND PERCEPTION OF THE LOW BACK PAIN EXERCISE AMONG STAFF NURSES IN SREE BALAJI MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL, CHENNAI

Abstract

Low back pain (LBP) is a significant occupational health issue, particularly among nurses, who are frequently exposed to physical demands that predispose them to musculoskeletal disorders. The study aimed to assess the Knowledge, Attitude and Perception of the Low Back Pain Exercise among staff nurses. This study adopted a cross-sectional descriptive design. The study was conducted in Sri Balaji Medical College and hospital, Chennai from June 2024 to July 2024. A sample size of 120 nurses was determined using a convenience sampling method. The study revealed that most staff nurses have moderate levels of Knowledge (50%), Attitude (45.8%), and Perception (41.7%) regarding low back pain. Smaller percentages fall into the low and high categories across all three areas. The study concluded that the study concluded that the staff nurses had moderate levels of knowledge, attitude and perception on low back pain. Furthermore, integrating psychological support and recognizing the cost-effectiveness of exercise interventions can lead to improved health outcomes for nursing professionals.