a narrative review on the influential preventable factors of musculoskeletal disorders in adolescents

Aim: musculoskeletal pain is widespread preventive problem in adolescence and have many consequences for their working life and the future of society. this study with the aim of evaluation of evidences on preventable risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders in adolescents was performed. method and materials: in this study, databases such as science direct, web of science, pubmed, scopus, magiran, and google scholar were examined. in the period from 2010 to 2020. totally, 22 articles were included in the study, the selected cases were thoroughly studied and finalized. findings: this study showed that there are several preventable risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders in adolescents, such as low physical activity, psychological factors, unhealthy sleep patterns, ergonomic position at home and school, unproper posture while using digital media, smoking, unhealthy eating, and lack of awareness and appropriate training platforms that have an influential role in musculoskeletal disorders. conclusion: considering the role of various preventable risk factors in the occurrence of musculoskeletal disorders in adolescence, it seems that the participation and common approach of all influential people in providing the desired infrastructure and conditions in the home, school, and community is essential. however, it is suggested that more research be done on other factors affecting the incidence of musculoskeletal disorders in adolescents.