Prevalence of Stress and Neck Pain Among Accountants: A Cross-Sectional Study

Background: Neck pain is regarded as one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal issues globally. Accountants are particularly vulnerable due to the nature of their work, which typically involves extended periods of sitting. These job-related requirements frequently result in discomfort, reduced productivity, and, in certain instances, chronic disability. The aim of the study is to assess the frequency and intensity of neck pain experienced by accountants in Port Sudan and its association to stress. Methodology: A cross-sectional analytical study was carried out involving 301 accountants in Port Sudan. Participants were randomly chosen and evaluated using Neck Disability Index (NDI) and sociodemographic factors collected using a structured questionnaire. Microsoft excel program used to analyze data. All necessary ethical approvals were secured. Results: The results indicated that (58.5%) of participants worked between 7 and 9 hours each day. Only 9% of the participants are setting with correct posture. Most of the participants (77.7%) didn’t undergone diagnosis for neck pain. Among those who have diagnosis history of neck pain, (61.2%) diagnosed with Neck Spondylosis. There were (59.8%) of the study participants reported work stress experience. Work stress effects the productivity of (75.1%) of the study participants. Conclusion: Neck spondylosis stands as the most frequent condition observed among accountants in this study. Prolonged hours at the desk with poor posture contribute to neck pain and stress, hindering productivity.