A faculty member of the Asadabad School of Medical Sciences pointed out the results of a study conducted on 388 nurses working in hospitals, stating that lower back pain was reported at 62.4%, neck pain at 54.1%, and shoulder pain at 49.7%, making them the most common musculoskeletal disorders among the surveyed nurses.
ISNA is a semi-official Iranian news agency (Iranian Students News Agency). This is a translation of that outlet's own report; it is the outlet's account, not Artesh's finding.
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Lower Back Pain is the Most Common Musculoskeletal Disorder Among Nurses
2w ago
October 13, 2026
1 min read
📰 ISNA
📋 Key Takeaway
A study on 388 nurses in Iranian hospitals revealed that lower back pain, neck pain, and shoulder pain are prevalent among them. This highlights the occupational health challenges faced by nurses in Iran.
🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line:
The high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among nurses signals urgent need for improved occupational health measures.
👥 Key Players
Asadabad School of Medical Sciences
MENTIONED
Educational and research institution
"They are involved in health research and education, impacting healthcare practices in Iran."
Nurses
MENTIONED
Healthcare professionals
"They are essential to the healthcare system, providing care and support to patients."
📰 What Happened
A study conducted on 388 nurses in Iranian hospitals found that a significant percentage reported suffering from lower back pain, neck pain, and shoulder pain, indicating serious occupational health issues.
- 62.4% of nurses reported lower back pain.
- 54.1% reported neck pain and 49.7% reported shoulder pain.
💡 Why It Matters
🇮🇷 For Iran: This highlights critical health and safety issues within the nursing profession, which could affect healthcare delivery.
🌍 Regional: Occupational health issues among nurses may reflect broader healthcare challenges in the region.
🌐 International: International organizations may take interest in Iran's healthcare system and its workforce challenges.
📚 Background
Musculoskeletal disorders are common in physically demanding jobs, and nurses often face significant physical strain.
Occupational health
Healthcare workforce challenges
📡 Source:
NEUTRAL
📊 Confidence:
70%
The study appears to be based on academic research, which typically aims for objectivity.
🏷️ Entities Mentioned
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Translated from the original and edited for English readers. View original source →
Translation confidence: 85%
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