OMOTAYO ADENIRAN HAMEED

Anatomy

At the Anatomy department office

Appointment on Visitation important

Topic: Assessment Of Physical Growth And Sexual Maturation Amongst Nigerian Males

Description: This is aimed at identifying the various factors that influence the process of physical growth and sexual maturation among Nigerian males which will serve as data base as there is dearth of data in this regard , monitor the process and it can also be used for predictive purposes in growth monitoring.

#	Certificate	School	Year
1.	Ph.D (Anatomy)	University of Lagos, Akoka , Lagos State	2026

MISMATCH BETWEEN SCHOOL FURNITURE DIMENSIONS AND ANTHROPOMTRIC VARIABLES OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS IN LAGOS STATE

The interconnection of ergonomic principles with safety, health, and performance is widely acknowledged, prompting various organizations, including educational institutions, to allocate resources to enhance safety and health in educational settings. This study investigated the mismatch between classroom furniture dimensions and anthropometric variables of secondary school students in Lagos State, Nigeria, and its implications for musculoskeletal health. Students were recruited through multistage sampling from public and private secondary schools across three educational districts. Anthropometric measurements (including popliteal height, buttock-popliteal length, sitting elbow height, sitting shoulder height, hip breadth, thigh thickness, stature, weight, and skinfolds) were taken using standardized ISAK protocols, while furniture dimensions (seat height, seat depth, seat width, backrest height, seat-desk height, and clearance) were measured with calibrated tapes. Somatotype components were determined using the Heath-Carter method, and musculoskeletal pain was assessed via the Numeric Rating Pain Scale.

Results will possibly revealed a high mismatch between furniture dimension and anthropometry variables, and musculoskeletal pain. The research will reveal the urgent need for national ergonomic standards in Nigerian schools and provides evidence-based recommendations to reduce musculoskeletal disorders, improve postural health, and enhance learning environments. The outcomes contribute to the achievement of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health and Well-being) and 4 (Quality Education).

OMOTAYO HAMEED is a Lecturer I at the Department of Anatomy

OMOTAYO has a Ph.D in Anatomy from University of Lagos, Akoka , Lagos State