Effects of back care lessons on sitting and lifting by primary students

This study investigated some of the effects of back care education. Four classes of students aged from 10 to 12 years were given three lessons structured to teach acceptable sitting posture, safe lifting techniques and sports injury prevention procedures. Data on the students' sitting postures and lifting skills were collected over a period of six weeks. The results of the study indicate that lessons on aspects of back care can have an immediate impact on students' sitting and lifting behaviours. Further research along the present lines is indicated to determine whether continued instruction and feedback over a longer interval would produce more durable changes.