Relación entre calidad de vida, actividad física y discapacidad cervical en docentes de la Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud de la UTPL, 2024-2025

Abstract

Abstract: The current investigation has evaluated the relationship between quality of life, physical activity and cervical disability in teachers of the Faculty of Health Sciences of the UTPL during the period 2024-2025, with the aim of determining the interaction of these factors in the academic context, considering labor demands and the impact on overall well-being. By means of observational, analytical and cross-sectional design, validated instruments (SF-36, GPAQ and NDI) were applied to a sample of teachers. The results showed adequate levels of physical activity and a favorable perception of their physical quality of life; mental dimensions, such as vitality and emotional well-being, presented greater challenges. The findings demonstrate that there is no highly significant relationship between the level of physical activity and cervical disability in the population studied. In addition, different levels of physical activity do not influence the dimensions, physical function and vitality. Finally, there is no significant relationship between hours per day in front of the computer and cervical disability. The conclusions show the need to create programs that address psychosocial and physical factors, to enhance the improvement of the quality of teachers lives. Longitudinal studies are recommended to establish cause-effect relationships to support the creation of specific interventions.