[Spinal painful syndromes and occupations]

In cooperation with the Rehabilitation Section of the Polish Academy of Sciences 1250 manual workers doing work overburdening the spine were examined. It was found that low back pain syndromes were present in from 15% to 37% of these workers. The causes of pains may be seen in faulty posture and inappropriate technique of work. In order to meet the requirements of their occupational work these workers should have prophylactic kinesitherapy and practical training in proper technique of work. The spondylological prophylaxis comprises a number of elements including exercises, daytime regimen, nutrition habits, protection against the consequences of stress and ruling out of pathogenetic factors in occupational work.