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.

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South African Journal of Sports Medicine
Published
2025-04-24
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https://doi.org/10.17159/2078-516x/2025/v37i1a18797
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Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Prevalence and risk factors of non-specific low back pain among amateur overhead athletes in Gauteng Province

Muhammad Dawood, T P Moatshe
South African Journal of Sports Medicine
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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Prevalence and risk factors of non-specific low back pain among amateur overhead athletes in Gauteng Province

Muhammad Dawood, T P Moatshe
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Abstract

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.

South African Journal of Sports MedicineVol. 37(1)
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (ZA)
Openalex Percentile: Top 90%
Musculoskeletal pain and rehabilitation
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