Abstract:

 Neck pain is a common health problem in the general popu­lation and especially among computer workers. Aim: To determine prevalence and knowledge of neck pain among information technology employees. Subject and Methods: Descriptive research design was used in this study. It was conducted in information technology company in smart village at New Assiut city by using convenience sample was used of all participants (118) employee. Two tools were used for data collection, tool I: A structured self-administered questionnaire which consisted of four parts: 1st part included socio-demographic data, 2nd and 3rd part: assessment of  employees' medical history and nature of the job, and   4th part: assessment knowledge about neck pain, good posture, exercises. Tool (II): questionnaire to measure neck pain & functional disability. Results: The mean age of employees ±SD was 26.22 ± 2.85 (21.0-34.0), It was found that 85.6% of employees had poor knowledge, while 14.4% of them had fair knowledge regarding neck pain and exercises. Conclusion: More than two thirds of employees having neck pain. Recommendation: Implement health education program to information technology employees about neck pain and exercises.

 Key Words: Information Technology employees, knowledge, neck pain, Prevalence.