Associated Factors with Neck Pain among Productive Adult Motorcyclists in Metropolitan University Settings : A Cross-Sectional Study.

OBJECTIVE

Neck pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder frequently experienced by motorbike riders and stands as a leading cause of high disability rates globally. Research on neck pain among motorcyclist in metropolitan universities remains limited. However, given the rising population of urban motorcyclists, identifying factors contributing to neck pain becomes increasingly crucial.

METHODS

This is a cross-sectional, observational analytic study utilizing convenience sampling method that included 421 study respondents. Demographics, motorcycle riding habits, perceived stress, and neck pain history were collected using a questionnaire which was then analyzed statistically applying chi-square test, Spearman's rank, and logistic regression analysis.

RESULTS

Two-thirds (67%) of motorcycle riders in productive age report history of neck pain. Logistic regression analysis discovers that occupations as lecturers or teaching staff (odds ratio [OR], 3940; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1193-13007; p=0.024) and daily sleep duration of less than 7 hours per day (OR, 1774; 95% CI, 1094-2875; p=0.020) is a contributing factor for the occurrence of neck pain among productive adult motorcyclist in metropolitan university settings with age, marital status, and daily commuting distance as confounding factors.

CONCLUSION

Neck pain is a common complaint among productive adult motorcyclists. In our university, occupational factors and daily sleep duration pose as risk factors for neck pain in this demographic. It is crucial for both productive adult motorbike riders and healthcare professionals to identify and address these risk factors according to established guidelines.