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Abstract
Early awareness and preventive measures will help to reduce the incidence of varicose veins in people having sedentary lifestyle. Objective: The aim of the study was to assess effect of planned teaching on knowledge and practice of primary school teachers regarding the prevention of varicose veins in selected schools in Mumbai. Methods: A descriptive one group pre test post design was conducted in selected schools in Mumbai, India. Eighty teachers answered a self reported questionnaire. Descriptive and Inferential statistics were used to analyze the data. Results: It was seen that there was a significant improvement in the knowledge and practice scores in post test of the teachers after the planned teaching. There was low correlation between knowledge and practice. Knowledge was seen increased with the age. Conclusion: The planned teaching was helpful in creating awareness among the teachers regarding the prevention of varicose veins.