Prevalence of Plantar Fasciitis Pain and Its Association with Quality of Work Among Sales Promotion Persons at Supermarkets

Prevalence of Plantar Fasciitis and Work Quality

Authors

  • Ujala Malik Department of Physical Therapy, The University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Ayman Fatima Department of Physical Therapy, The University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Esha Ahmad Department of Physical Therapy, The University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Syeda Zainab Taqi Department of Physical Therapy, The University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Iqra Tahir Department of Physical Therapy, The University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad, Pakistan
  • Anam Rehman Lecturer, Foundation University College of Physical Therapy (FUCP), Foundation University Islamabad, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61919/jhrr.v4i3.1543

Keywords:

Plantar fasciitis, work-related foot pain, sales promotion workers, foot function index, pain and disability, occupational health, prevalence of plantar fasciitis.

Abstract

Background: Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition causing pain and discomfort, often affecting individuals in occupations that require prolonged standing, such as sales promotion personnel. The condition impacts work performance and quality of life.
Objective: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of plantar fasciitis among sales promotion workers and evaluate its association with pain, disability, and activity limitations affecting work quality.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from March to July 2024 among 175 sales promotion workers aged 20-45 years in Faisalabad. Participants were assessed using the Windlass Test for diagnosing plantar fasciitis, the Foot Function Index (FFI) for measuring pain, disability, and activity limitation, and the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for pain intensity. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 25. Pearson’s Chi-square test was applied, with a significance level set at p < 0.05.
Results: Of the 175 participants, 30.3% were diagnosed with plantar fasciitis. Significant associations were found between plantar fasciitis and FFI pain (p = 0.000), disability (p = 0.000), and activity limitation (p = 0.000).
Conclusion: Plantar fasciitis is prevalent among sales promotion workers, significantly affecting pain, disability, and activity limitation. Early intervention is recommended to reduce its impact on work quality.

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2024-09-29

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Ujala Malik, Ayman Fatima, Esha Ahmad, Syeda Zainab Taqi, Iqra Tahir, & Anam Rehman. (2024). Prevalence of Plantar Fasciitis Pain and Its Association with Quality of Work Among Sales Promotion Persons at Supermarkets: Prevalence of Plantar Fasciitis and Work Quality. Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Research, 4(3), 1–4. https://doi.org/10.61919/jhrr.v4i3.1543

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Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): Volume 4, Issue 3 - July to September 2024

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