Berita Kedokteran Masyarakat
Vol 41 No 02 (2025)

The craniovertebral angle and the incidence of tension-type headache among office workers

Rienanda, Syabina Zahra (Unknown)
Prastowo, Bayu (Unknown)
Lubis, Zidni Imanurrohmah (Unknown)
Wibisono, Donny Septian (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Feb 2025

Abstract

Purpose: This study aimed to analyze the correlation between the craniovertebral angle and the occurrence of tension-type headache among office employees. Methods: This study employed a cross-sectional, analytical observational design, involving 50 office workers selected using a stratified random sampling method. The craniovertebral angle was measured using photogrammetry with Kinovea software, and the incidence of tension-type headache was identified through the Headache Screening Questionnaire. Data were analyzed using the Spearman correlation test. Results: The average craniovertebral angle among participants was 37.2 degrees, indicating a tendency toward poor head posture. Among the workers, 30% experienced tension-type headache, 44% were considered probable cases, and 26% had no symptoms. The majority of participants spent 8 to 12 hours per day working on computers. Statistical analysis showed a significant negative correlation between craniovertebral angle and tension-type headache. Workers with lower angles—reflecting more forward head posture—were more likely to experience headaches. Although the strength of the correlation was weak, the association remained statistically significant. Conclusion: A reduced craniovertebral angle, indicating poor head posture, is associated with a higher likelihood of tension-type headache in office workers. These findings highlight the importance of implementing ergonomic interventions in the workplace to prevent posture-related health problems.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

bkm

Publisher

Subject

Nursing Public Health

Description

Berita Kedokteran Masyarakat (BKM Public Health and Community Medicine) is a peer-reviewed and open access journal that deals with the fields of public health and public medicine. The topics of the article will be grouped according to the main message of the author. This focus covers areas and scope ...