Prevalence and Risk Factors of Neck Pain among the Hospital Front and Back Office Workers at the Nairobi Hospital, Kenya

This study aimed to determine the prevalence and risk factors of neck pain among front and back-office workers at The Nairobi Hospital. Conducted as a descriptive cross-sectional study with 133 participants, it used structured questionnaires adapted from the Oswestry Neck Disability Index and self-developed tools to gather data on demographics, employment duration, and pain intensity. Results showed that 34% of workers currently experience neck pain, with females being more affected (66%), and the most common age group being 41–50 years. Most participants had been employed for 1–10 years, and prolonged sitting—especially 2–6 hours daily—was identified as a major risk factor. The study concludes that neck pain is significantly associated with poor posture, prolonged sitting, and inadequate ergonomic practices, highlighting the need for workplace interventions.

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