Membentuk Kebiasaan Sehat Melalui Edukasi Postur Ergonomi Pada Santri Pesantren

Abstract

This community service program aimed to strengthen students’ awareness of ergonomic posture, safe physical activity, and healthy living behaviors as preventive measures against musculoskeletal disorders and spinal injuries. The activity was conducted on June 20, 2026, at Sunan Drajat Islamic Boarding School, Lamongan, East Java, Indonesia, involving male and female students accompanied by pesantren staff. The program employed an interactive health education approach consisting of presentations, discussions, question-and-answer sessions, demonstrations, and hands-on practice. The educational materials covered healthy living behaviors, spinal health, proper sitting and standing postures, early signs of musculoskeletal problems, and simple stretching exercises to reduce the risk of injury associated with prolonged sitting and inappropriate posture. Educational media included PowerPoint presentations and informative leaflets. Participants’ knowledge was evaluated using pre-tests and post-tests. The mean knowledge score increased from 99 before the activity to 100 after the intervention. Participants also demonstrated active engagement during discussions and practical sessions, including direct practice of proper ergonomic posture. The activity was followed by free health screening for pesantren residents, including measurements of body weight, height, and blood pressure, as well as health consultations and medication provision when indicated. Overall, the program was well received and demonstrated that health education combined with demonstrations and hands-on practice can serve as a relevant promotive and preventive approach to strengthening healthy behaviors and ergonomic awareness among students in an Islamic boarding school setting.