Table 2 Profile of the chronic musculoskeletal disorders
Origin of the disorder | Type of disorder | Cause of disorder | Percentage % (n) |
|---|---|---|---|
Non- Musculoskeletal origin | 25.1 (54) | ||
Musculoskeletal origin | 52.6 (113) | ||
due to ankle injuries | 37.2 (80) | ||
sprains | 17.7 (38) | ||
strains | 5.6 (12) | ||
fractures | 8.4 (18) | ||
dislocations | 1.9 (4) | ||
other injuries | 3.7 (8) | ||
due to arthritis | 15.3 (33) | ||
osteoarthritis (OA) | 9.8 (21) | ||
rheumatoid arthritis (RA) | 3.3 (7) | ||
unknown | 2.3 (5) | ||
Not mentioned | 22.3 (48) |