Prevalence of Plantar Fasciitis Among Security Guards Plantar Fasciitis in Security Guards
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Background: Plantar fasciitis is a common condition affecting individuals engaged in prolonged weight-bearing activities, causing pain at the plantar fascia’s insertion on the calcaneal tuberosity. It often disrupts daily activities and quality of life.
Objective: To evaluate the prevalence and associated risk factors of plantar fasciitis among security guards.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in Gujranwala, Pakistan, over four months. A total of 177 male security guards aged 30 to 60 years with more than one year of work experience were included using non-probability convenient sampling. Participants were assessed using a questionnaire, Windlass test for plantar fasciitis diagnosis, and Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain severity. Demographic data such as age, BMI, duty hours, posture, and foot type were recorded. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 25.
Results: Among 177 security guards, 7.9% (14 participants) tested positive for plantar fasciitis. The majority of guards (44.1%) worked more than 8 hours daily. Significant associations were found between plantar fasciitis and age >50 years, BMI >25 (41.3% overweight), and prolonged standing (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Age, high BMI, and prolonged standing were identified as significant risk factors for plantar fasciitis in security guards, emphasizing the need for preventive strategies.
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