Implementation of a Classroom Program of Physiotherapy among Spanish Adolescents with Back Pain: A Collaborative Study

Background: The prevalence of back pain in adolescents is steadily increasing, with negative repercussions on students’ social and academic life. This study sought to improve the ergonomics and musculoskeletal health of adolescents in secondary school by implementing physiotherapy actions within the...

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Published in:International journal of environmental research and public health 2020-07, Vol.17 (13), p.4806
Main Authors: Blanco-Morales, María, Abuín-Porras, Vanesa, Romero-Morales, Carlos, de la Cueva-Reguera, Mónica, De-La-Cruz-Torres, Blanca, Rodríguez-Costa, Isabel
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adolescents
Back pain
Child development
Collaboration
Data collection
Diaries
Discussion groups
Education
Ergonomics
Families & family life
Medical personnel
Pain
Physical therapy
Professional ethics
Professionals
Secondary education
Software development
Students
Studies
Study and teaching
Teaching methods
Teenagers
Workshops
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Summary:Background: The prevalence of back pain in adolescents is steadily increasing, with negative repercussions on students’ social and academic life. This study sought to improve the ergonomics and musculoskeletal health of adolescents in secondary school by implementing physiotherapy actions within the educational context. Methods: A qualitative collaborative action research approach was used, comprising 49 students, 9 teachers, 11 family members, and 9 physiotherapists. Workshops on ergonomics, stretching, and massage were held. Visual materials were developed to support the assimilation of the information given at the workshops. Data collection included field notes, reflexive diaries, in-depth interviews, and discussion groups. The data were analyzed using the Atlas.ti 6.0 program (Scientific Software Development GmbH, Berlin, Germany). Results: The presence of a physiotherapist in the school context facilitates the acquisition of healthy postural habits. All the adolescents perceived a decrease in back pain after undergoing the program. Conclusions: physiotherapy activities offer students new tools to decrease their back pain and improve their health.
ISSN:1660-4601
1661-7827
1660-4601
DOI:10.3390/ijerph17134806