Prevalence and associated risk factors of low back pain among salon workers of Delhi NCR: A cross-sectional study

Low back pain is one of the most debilitating and prevalent musculoskeletal condition that stands out as a widespread and leading cause of disability, adding to the economic burden on individuals and society. While salon workers are high-risk professionals predisposed to this condition, however, they often receive less focus in research and initiatives. Therefore, the objective of the present study was to assess the prevalence of low back pain and risk variables among salon workers of Delhi, shedding light on a specific occupational group within the broader global context of this widespread health challenge. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from July 2022 to September 2022 on 100 salon workers. The study employed simple random sampling to select a representative sample of 100 salon workers from the registration roster of beauty salons in Delhi, ensuring a randomized and unbiased representation of the population. However, it is crucial to recognize that certain factors, such as variations in salon size or worker demographics, may introduce limitations during the data collection process, which should be taken into consideration when interpreting the study results. A structured questionnaire was used to obtain the data. Data was analysed using SPSS version 26.0 with a p-value of <0.05 to declare statistical significance. Pearson’s correlation coefficient was used to identify the risk factors and their association with low back pain

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