Publications by authors named "Leon Jules Owana Manga"
Musculoskeletal disorders among secondary school teachers in Douala, Cameroon: The effect of the practice of physical activities.
Jerson Mekoulou Ndongo Elysée Claude Bika Lele Wiliam Richard Guessogo Laurence Patricia Meche Clarisse Noel Ayina Ayina Léon Jules Owana Manga
Front Rehabil Sci
December 2022
Article Synopsis
- - Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a significant public health issue, particularly affecting secondary school teachers in Cameroon, with high prevalence rates (84.3% over 12 months and 69.3% over the last week).
- - Commonly affected areas include the neck, lower back, and shoulders, with risk factors linked to age, gender, and physical activity levels, revealing that inactive teachers are more likely to suffer from MSDs.
- - The study highlights the need for regular physical activity as a preventive measure against MSDs, suggesting a correlation between active lifestyles and reduced risk of these disorders in educators.