Vol. 9, Issue 12, Part B (2023)

This abstract explores the efficacy of back strengthening exercises in mitigating mechanical low back pain among staff nurses. Mechanical low back pain is a prevalent issue in the nursing profession, often attributed to the physical demands of patient care. The study investigates the impact of a structured regimen of back strengthening exercises on pain reduction and functional improvement among staff nurses. The results of the study reveal that the mean pretest level of mechanical low back pain among staff nurses was 4.46. The mean post-test level of mechanical low back pain among nurses after the practice of back strengthening exercises was 1.22. There was significant reduction in the level of back pain after the practice of back strengthening exercises which reveals that the exercises was highly effective. There is no significant association between the pretest level of mechanical low back pain and the selected demographic variables.