Musculoskeletal conditions
Alternative labels
Back pain
Musculoskeletal pain
Low back pain
Chronic back pain
Musculoskeletal disorders
Video
Lunch & learn: back pain, arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions in the workplace
This recorded webinar explores the impact of back pain, arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions in the workplace. These often non‑visible conditions significantly affect workforce participation and wellbeing. Helen Jentz, CEO of Musculoskeletal Health Australia, explains the challenges people face and outlines how workplaces can support employees through awareness, reasonable adjustments and inclusive practices that promote...
Journal article
Global, regional, and national burden of low back pain, 1990–2020, its attributable risk factors, and projections to 2050
Low back pain is highly prevalent and the main cause of years lived with disability (YLDs). This paper presents the most up-to-date global, regional, and national data on prevalence and YLDs for low back pain from the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study 2021.
Report
Chronic pain in Australia
This report provides insight into the experience of Australians managing chronic pain. It explores the latest national data on the proportion of people with chronic pain, as well as its impact, treatment and management.
Journal article
The relationship between sedentary behaviour, back pain, and psychosocial correlates among university employees
This study of 479 individuals at Qatar University investigated the relationship between levels of sedentary behavior, physical activity, and back pain and their psychosocial correlates among university employees. The findings suggest that sedentary employees are exposed to increasing occupational hazards such as back pain and mental health issues. Strategies should aim to reduce sitting time...
Report
A scoping study on data sources to assess the impact of chronic respiratory and musculoskeletal conditions on workplace productivity
Respiratory and musculoskeletal conditions are two groups of chronic conditions associated with substantial productivity loss and activity impairment. This scoping study assesses the available data sources for monitoring the relationship between these chronic conditions and workforce productivity.