Prevalence and risk factors of non-specific low back pain among amateur overhead athletes in Gauteng Province
The study successfully met its objectives by identifying the prevalence of NSLBP and sport-specific risk factors among amateur overhead athletes. Findings emphasise the importance of targeted interventions focusing on scapular function and muscle flexibility to reduce NSLBP incidence. These insights provide valuable guidance for clinical practice and preventive strategies.
Authors
- Muhammad Dawood (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1298-0352)
- T P Moatshe (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0068-3150)
Institutions
- Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (ZA)
Publication Details
- Journal
- South African Journal of Sports Medicine
- Published
- 2025-04-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.17159/2078-516x/2025/v37i1a18797
- Primary Topic
- Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00