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Van Eerd, Dwayne, Emma Irvin, Morgane Le Pouésard, Amanda Butt, and Kay Nasir. "Workplace Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention Practices and Experiences." INQUIRY: The Journal of Health Care Organization, Provision, and Financing 59 (January 2022): 004695802210921. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/00469580221092132.
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Introduction. Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) remain a substantial burden to society and to workplaces worldwide. Evidence-based practice approaches may be helpful; however, current research evidence is not consistently strong. Workplaces must address MSD regardless of the state of the research evidence. The study objective was to describe workplace MSD prevention practices experiences and perspectives of workers, managers, and occupational health and safety practitioners. Methods. This descriptive study used a convenience sample from Newfoundland and Labrador workplaces. Data were collected via survey and interviews. The survey data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and the interview data was analyzed using thematic analysis. Results. Results were examined from 645 survey respondents and 17 interviewees. Survey findings revealed that about half of respondents reported MSD policies existed in their workplace. Many MSD practices (such as ergonomics and force reduction) were considered available by most respondents. Over fifty percent of respondents received some training on MSD. The person most often endorsed as responsible to support workers with MSD was a manager. Interview findings showed that MSD prevention practices related to awareness, training, and hazard reduction are considered important and effective. Facilitators of MSD prevention include practices that are proactive and customized and increase knowledge about MSD prevention. Barriers concerning lack of resources and poor implementation were consistently mentioned. Conclusions. Evidence from current practices may help workplaces reduce MSD burden. However, with only about fifty percent of respondents reporting that MSD policies exist in the workplace, further work to address MSD is required. Future research should examine workplace practices as an important source of evidence. OHS professionals can use the study findings and adapt it to their context(s) to guide their design and implementation of MSD prevention practices. Improved MSD prevention practices and interventions can lead to decreases in MSD in workplaces across all industrial sectors.
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Saleem, Saad, Taqdees Khaliq, Mohammad Hammas Adil, and Fasih Hashmi. "Assessment of Physician Burnout and its Association with Musculoskeletal Disorder." Pakistan Armed Forces Medical Journal 72, no. 4 (2022): 1291–97. http://dx.doi.org/10.51253/pafmj.v72i4.5856.
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Objective: To assess burnout among doctors and to determine its association with a musculoskeletal disorder.
 Study Design: Cross sectional study.
 Place and Duration of Study: Government and Private Hospitals of Islamabad and Rawalpindi Pakistan, from Jun to Aug 2020.
 Methodology: Two hundred and forty doctors were included through two-stage cluster sampling from different departments of the selected hospitals. Maslach Burnout Inventory (MBI) was used to assess burnout. Second, Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) was used to assess the musculoskeletal disorder.
 Results: There were one hundred thirty-five males and one hundred and five females participants with an average age of 31.64±6.21 years. There was an association between burnout, and Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) assessed through "Depersonalization" and "Personal Achievement" components with p-values of 0.005 and 0.017. In contrast, burnout assessed through the Emotional Exhaustion (EE) component was not associated with Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) and had a pvalue of 0.817. The logistic regression analysis showed that marital status, age and burnout assessment through depersonalization were significant confounders for musculoskeletal disorders.
 Conclusion: Musculoskeletal disorder is related to the presence of burnout assessed through depersonalization. Nearly half of the doctors had at least one component of burnout.
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Utomo, Dani Hafiz. "GAMBARAN MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDER PADA PELAUT KRI TORANI-860." Indonesian Journal of Physiotherapy 2, no. 1 (2022): 81. http://dx.doi.org/10.52019/ijpt.v2i1.3329.
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Latar Belakang Musculoskeletal disorder umum dijumpai pada pada tentara karena beban kerja yang berat dan berbahaya, tidak terkecuali tentara yang bekerja di kapal perang. Keluhan yang dirasakan beragam, baik yang sifatnya reversible maupun persistent sehingga menurunkan kesiapan tempur pelaut di kapal Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menggambarkan atau mendeskripsikan data yang diperoleh mengenai musculoskeletal disorder pada pelaut KRI Torani-860. Metode Penelitian yang digunakan adalah deskriptif kualitatif dengan pendekatan Survei. Sampel penelitian diambil menggunakan teknik total sampling dengan kriteria inklusi dan eksklusi sehingga mendapatkan sampel sebanyak 23 pelaut. Parameter yang digunakan adalah Nordic Body Map (NBM), Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ), dan Rapid assesment of Physical Activity (RAPA). Hasil Penelitian didapatkan (91.3%) pelaut melakukan physical activity kategori Active pada RAPA 1, (91.3%) pelaut memiliki tingkat risiko ringan MSD, sebesar (82.6%) mengeluhkan MSD 12 bulan maupun 7 hari terakhir, (69.6%) mengalami gangguan aktivitas normal akibat MSD, punggung bawah (78.3%) dan leher (60.8%) merupakan dua regio yang paling banyak mengalami gangguan MSD. Kesimpulan penelitian ini adalah, sebagian besar pelaut memiliki keluhan MSD dengan kategori ringan dimana MSD yang terjadi pada pelaut memiliki banyak faktor pencetus yang dapat meningkatkan keluhan.
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Manandhar, Naresh, Leela Paudel, Rajendra Neupane, and Sunil Kumar Joshi. "Work-related musculoskeletal disorders among workers of buffalo slaughterhouses in Kathmandu, Nepal." International Journal of Occupational Safety and Health 15, no. 1 (2025): 156–62. https://doi.org/10.3126/ijosh.v15i1.67899.
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Introduction: Slaughterhouse workers experience many health risks. Workers have a high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) including the most common discomfort located in the upper body parts. This study aimed to determine the prevalence of MSD and to identify the MSD in relation to age, and work experience amongst workers of a buffalo slaughterhouse in Kathmandu. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in ward number 19 of Kathmandu Municipality from September to October 2023 using a Nordic questionnaire among the workers of twelve buffalo slaughterhouses and included 96 workers by census method. Results: The prevalence of MSD amongst workers of buffalo slaughterhouses was 30.2%. Most common musculoskeletal disorders in workers were in the lower back (14.6%), followed by the shoulder (13.5%), and neck (11.5%). Age group and work experience were strongly associated with musculoskeletal disorder and pain in the lower back, shoulder, neck, hands/wrists, and ankles/feet. Conclusion: The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders is very common among buffalo slaughterhouse workers. These workers were more susceptible to MSD, so we need to propose appropriate preventative strategies to control and reduce the occurrence of these disorders in workers of the buffalo slaughterhouse.
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Tengku Zawawi, Tengku Nor Shuhada, Abdul Rahim Abdullah, Norhashimah Mohd Saad, Rubita Sudirman, and Ezreen Farina Shair. "Musculoskeletal disorder analysis-advanced in medical technology: review." Asian Journal Of Medical Technology 1, no. 1 (2021): 46–59. http://dx.doi.org/10.32896/ajmedtech.v1n1.46-59.
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Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are widespread through the world and are the second most common cause of disability in work setting. There are many method used to analyse MSDs to know the reality situation and affacted to the employess The review is to compare in terms of design, methodology, approach and identify the equipment and method used from the previous researchers that have many advantages dan disadvantage of the method to come out the best suggestion of equipment and method proper to used and improvement that should be do for the future researchers. The relevant literature was obtained from the following strategy. Kerwords were idenfied after a scoping study into the some types of MSDs analysis by focusing on the equipment and method. A number of articles between 2010-2021 were extracted from Google Scholar database using keywords of “musculoskeletal disorders analysis”, “ergonomics analysis” and “ MSD identification”. The study found that most of the method in MSD more focus on the Questionnare as the Method of data in analysis for MSD. However, it is more to after injuries of MSDs happened, but not focusing on method to avoid the MSD form happed. Thus, this paper provide the suggestion preventive strategies for the futures researcher to go futher in MSD to tackle the improvement before real MSDs happedned.
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ALIYU, A. D., M. M. SAHABO, and M. G. MUSTAPHA. "PREVALENCE AND PATTERN OF WORK-RELATED DISORDER AMONG OIL AND GAS WORKERS IN KADUNA REFINERY, NIGERIA." African Journal of Health, Safety and Environment 5, no. 2 (2024): 01–09. http://dx.doi.org/10.52417/ajhse.v5i2.480.
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This study examined the frequency and distribution of musculoskeletal problems among Kaduna Refining and Petrochemicals Company Limited (KRPC) engineers, desk workers, security. Data for the study were gathered using a modified online version of the Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire. The prevalence and patterns of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) were assessed and data from a survey given to KRPC employees was analyzed using SPSS. According to the survey, there were 62.4% of MSD cases among KRPC employees overall over 12 months. The prevalence of MSD was highest for lower back (%), followed by upper back (%) and the wrist (%). Years of experience and MSD were significantly associated (P >0.05). Employees with 16 to 25 years of work experience had a very high prevalence of MSD (84.9%). The power plant and quality control (PPQ and C) departments as well as the maintenance department had the highest rates of MSD. The findings can be used by KRPC management and any other refinery to address MSD problems among its employees and to close a gap in the body of knowledge regarding how MSD affects refinery workers in general.
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Rachmawati, Yuanita Lely, and Dyah Nawang Palupi. "PREVALENCE OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDER AND ITS DETERMINANT FACTORS AMONG DENTISTS." Dentika Dental Journal 21, no. 01 (2018): 15–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.32734/dentika.v21i01.253.
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Musculoskeletal pain has been found to be a health problem for dental practitioners. If the disorders ignored, cumulative damage may result in lowered productivity and even early retirement, injury or disability. Reported prevalence musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) to the dental practitioners in Indonesia were not yet known for certain. The aims of this study were to determine the prevalence of MSD among dental practitioners in Malang, Indonesia and to identify the factors that affect the occurrence of MSD. The study design was a cross-sectional analysis. The participants were 95 general dentists in Malang-Indonesia who asked self-administrated filled out the questionnaire. The questionnaire contained inquiry about: age, gender, body mass index, the time-lapse as a dentist, working hours, number of patients, working with an assistant, exercises on the sidelines of working time, sports activity, working position and asking whether they were suffering from musculoskeletal disorders in the last 12 months. The data analyzed by descriptive and logistic regression. The results showed 58.9% dentists complaint musculoskeletal pain in the last 12 months. The common complaints felt by the participants were back pain 34.6%, shoulder 18,9% and neck 16.9%. The determinants factors statistically significant correlations on MSD were working hours per week, working position, and exercises on sidelines working time.
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Awad Salama, Lamia Amin, and Hend Abdel Monem Eleshenamie. "Musculoskeletal disorder: Risk factors and coping strategies among nurses." Journal of Nursing Education and Practice 8, no. 11 (2018): 50. http://dx.doi.org/10.5430/jnep.v8n11p50.
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Background: It is established that nurses suffer from varying degrees of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSD) at different regions of their body, which results in frequent loss of work days. Aim of study is to identify the risk factors for developing musculoskeletal disorder and to determine the coping strategies to reduce their frequency.Methods: This study was conducted in the Outpatient Departments (OPDs), intensive care units of University Hospital and also from the nursing schoolof the Faculty of Nursing, Alexandria, Egypt.Results: A high proportion of nurses reported MSD (99.0%) during the last year. Also during their whole careers at one or the other body regions, with the shoulder (97.0%) and Neck (95.0%) being the most commonly affected. Nurses with more than two pregnancies and usage of computer for more than two years were those with the most perceived risk factors for MSD. The usage of different part of body by the nurses as a coping mechanism during the nursing procedures (34.0%) and change of posture (30.0%) were the top two statistically significant coping strategies.Conclusions: The study confirms very high prevalence of MSD among the nursing staff and it was prominent at some specific body parts, of which neck and shoulder were the most affected.
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Sylvanus, Cissan Adanma, Sylvanus Onyenkachi Isaac, and Armstrong Udochukwu Ananoba. "Opto-Electronic Devices Induced Musculoskeletal Disorder Among Students of Abia State University Uturu." British Journal of Multidisciplinary and Advanced Studies 3, no. 2 (2022): 153–90. http://dx.doi.org/10.37745/bjmas.2022.0075.
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Musculoskeletal pain comprises of over 200 disorders affecting muscles, joints, bones, and soft tissues which is prevalent among laptop users including students. The regular interaction of students with laptop computer interface is associated to the complex complaints relating to hand, shoulder, joints and bones. The Nigerian population aged over 50 is projected to rise by 32% between 2009 and 2030; this implies an increase in musculoskeletal disorder trend. This dissertation seeks to investigate the presence of musculoskeletal pain among the undergraduate and postgraduate laptop users of university of Abia State University, evaluate the intensity of the pain, and examine its effect on the students. The research design is a descriptive cross-sectional study conducted among 100 undergraduates from three different academic majors and 100 postgraduate students with age groups 17-40years. The data regarding details, impact, socio-demographic features, visual symptoms and sleep disorders of musculoskeletal disorders, body region of pain, and intensity of pain and laptop posture of participants were collected and analyzed using SPSS software. 193 out of 200 administered questionnaires were amenable to data analysis representing a response rate of 96.5%. The prevalence rate of MSD is 29.53% with neck pain (20.7%) as the most reported MSD complaints. The least reported body region of pain was the elbow (1.6%). The prevalence of MSD is slightly higher among the postgraduate students (15.54%) and highest among the male students aged between 26- 30 (21.54%). The intensity of the pain is high among the males than the females especially among postgraduate students; the major effect of MSD on the students as reported was absenteeism. These results indicate a low prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among students of Abia State University when compared with prevalence rates in the reviewed literature
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Jha, Subash Chandra, Mithilesh Gupta, Binit Dev, Sudeep Regmi, Ajay Chaudhary, and Ajay Mahato. "Significance of Ultrasound in Diagnosis of Various Musculoskeletal Disorder." Birat Journal of Health Sciences 5, no. 3 (2020): 1161–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/bjhs.v5i3.33686.
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Introduction: Ultrasound is a safe, highly cost effective and non-invasive imaging technique without any absolute contraindication. It is also one of the most useful investigations in all medical specialities worldwide. The trend of use of ultrasound in the diagnosis and management of various musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) is tremendously rising in orthopedics practice in Nepal over the last few years.
 Objectives: The study was conducted to fulfill the existing lacunae in medical literature about use and benefits of ultrasound in context of Nepal. The objective of the study was to assess the effectiveness of ultrasound in the diagnosis of MSD among patients attending orthopedic department.
 Methodology: All the consecutive patients who visited department of orthopedics and received the diagnosis of MSD and had undergone ultrasonography from February 2017 to February 2019 were included in the study. The effectiveness of ultrasound was evaluated by assessing the correlation between clinical and ultrasound based diagnosis.
 Results: Out of 420 patients, majorities were female (55%). Out of 6 different anatomical sites identified, maximum patients had problem around wrist and hand (31%) followed by ankle and foot (22.9%). Similarly the most common diagnosis was related to tendon pathology including tendonitis, tenosynovitis and tendinopathy (31.9%). There was statistically significant correlation between ultrasound and clinical diagnosis with P value <0.01.
 Conclusion: Overuse tendon injury are common pathology around wrist and ankle that can be diagnosed by ultrasound along with many other MSD. The use of ultrasound is gradually widening in scope but has to be performed by the expert to improve the diagnostic accuracy and also to avoid misleading diagnoses. Since there is significant correlation between clinical and ultrasound based diagnosis, it can be beneficial even for young doctors for making effective diagnosis of MSD.
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Gallagher, Sean, and John R. Heberger. "Examining the Interaction of Force and Repetition on Musculoskeletal Disorder Risk." Human Factors: The Journal of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society 55, no. 1 (2012): 108–24. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0018720812449648.
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Objective: Our aims were (a) to perform a systematic literature review of epidemiological studies that examined the interaction of force and repetition with respect to musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) risk, (b) to assess the relationship of force and repetition in fatigue failure studies of musculoskeletal tissues, and (c) to synthesize these findings. Background: Many epidemiological studies have examined the effects of force and repetition on MSD risk; however, relatively few have examined the interaction between these risk factors. Method: In a literature search, we identified 12 studies that allowed evaluation of a force-repetition interaction with respect to MSD risk. Identified studies were subjected to a methodological quality assessment and critical review. We evaluated laboratory studies of fatigue failure to examine tissue failure responses to force and repetition. Results: Of the 12 epidemiological studies that tested a Force × Repetition interaction, 10 reported evidence of interaction. Based on these results, the suggestion is made that force and repetition may be interdependent in terms of their influence on MSD risk. Fatigue failure studies of musculoskeletal tissues show a pattern of failure that mirrors the MSD risk observed in epidemiological studies. Conclusions: Evidence suggests that there may be interdependence between force and repetition with respect to MSD risk. Repetition seems to result in modest increases in risk for low-force tasks but rapid increases in risk for high-force tasks. This interaction may be representative of a fatigue failure process in affected tissues.
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Ilyas, Tamkanat, Mamoona Anwar, Muhammad Nouman Tabassum, Sania Maqbool, Quratul Ain, and Madiha Asghar. "Incidence of Burnout and its Relationship with Musculoskeletal Disorders among Healthcare College Students in Lahore, Pakistan." Pakistan Journal of Medical and Health Sciences 16, no. 10 (2022): 147–49. http://dx.doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs221610147.
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Background: Burn-out is a syndrome defined as the result of chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It has three dimensions: 1) energy depletion or exhaustion 2) feelings of negativism about one's job3) reduced professional efficacy. Burn-out& musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are the most common health problem associated with work in Europe, affecting millions of workers. Several studies have found a high prevalence of burnout among medical and dental students. Aim: To determine the prevalence of burnout syndrome & its association with MSK disorders among health care students of Lahore, Pakistan. Methods: This was a cross sectional survey among 259 students from different health care colleges studied in different semesters using the sample of convenience. The Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire&Mashlach burnout inventory questionnaire were used for data collection. Results: The frequency and percentage of our outcome according to the report, 149 of the total students and 57.5% of respondents have neck disorder. Due to burnout during their medical studies, 50 students (19.3% of respondents) have shoulder problems, and 59 students (22.8% of our sample size) have upper back problems. There are 40 students with mild neck pain among the 259 students, 86 students with moderate neck disorder, 23 students with severe neck disorder, and 149 students with no neck disorder. There were 50 students with shoulder disorders and 59 with upper back disorders in total. As a result of burnout, the majority of students suffer from neck disorders. Pearson Chi square test value is 13. it shows the validity of research as it is more than 5. The majority of the participants shows high levels of emotional exhausation ,desperation& low occupational effectiveness .This suggests if preventions are not taken & interventional strategies not guided , there will be symptom progression & reduced professional effectiveness may occur among targeted population Conclusion: There is a strong association between B.O and MSD. The cervical and neck area is more prevalent then the upper back and shoulder , out of 259 students 149 suffer from neck pain. Keywords: Burnout syndrome , MSD/musculoskeletal disorder, WMDs/work related musculoskeletal disorders.
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Arora, Shrushti N., and Subhash Khatri. "Prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorder in sitting professionals." International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health 9, no. 2 (2022): 892. http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20220259.
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Background: Modern workplaces have shifted the nature of occupations from active to sedentary and promote lengthy sitting behaviour. It has been reported that people sit more than 8 hours per day. Musculoskeletal disorders are amongst the main occupational health challenges in today's world and exist in numerous occupations. The objective of the present study is to determine the prevalence and pattern of MSD among sitting professionals.Methods: The study was a cross sectional. The inclusion criterion was both male and females working with desktop/ laptop for more than 4 hours daily for the past one year. The sample size was 100. Subjects who met the inclusion and exclusion criteria, informed consent was obtained. The participants were later instructed to fill up the questionnaire.Results: The common prevalence of work related MSD reported during last 12 months based on their body location was; neck 45%, shoulders 5%, upper back 38%, wrist/hand 8%, lower back 52%, knees 23% ankle/feet 4% respectively, where the highest suffered region of the body was lower back. The prevalence of work related MSD reported during last 7 days based on their body locations were neck 32%, upper back 13% and lower back 18% where the highest suffered body part was neck.Conclusions: The study suggested that the prevalence of MSD is there in population who have to sit for a long duration of time, affecting low back and neck regions the most.
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Saroj, Renu, and Rutika Shivdikar. "Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorder in Fisherwomen by Extended Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire." International Journal of Research and Review 10, no. 1 (2023): 52–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.52403/ijrr.20230107.
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Background: Musculoskeletal disorder are an important public health problem and leading cause of disability worldwide, but yet unknown prevalence among the fisherwomen. The work of these female involve head loading baskets, sitting for longer hours in ergonomically compromised position. Prolonged standing in wet floor and poor sanitation adds to MSD. This study has been undertaken due to lack of study in this genders. Objective: To assess musculoskeletal related disorder in fisher women with Extended Nordic musculoskeletal questionnaire. Method: Total 319 subjects participated in the study. With the age group of 25-55 years of age and work experience of minimum 5 years. Extended Nordic Musculoskeletal questionnaire was used to examine the site of pain period wise and details were recorded. Results: The results revealed there is highest prevalence of low back pain in every age group in duration of 12 months, 4 weeks and current day. The prevalence was 34.8% in low back pain with high exposure of work performed in sitting with trunk flexion. Conclusion: the study concludes that these genders are highly prone to musculoskeletal disorder. Keywords: low back pain, musculoskeletal disorders, fisherwomen.
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Sambo, A. Y., M. M. Sahabo, and C. O. Onuzulike. "Prevalence and Pattern of Musculoskeletal Disorder in Panteka Mechanic Village, Kaduna." Environmental Technology and Science Journal 14, no. 1 (2023): 172–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/etsj.v14i1.18.
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Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are illnesses that make working people disabled and generate significant economic loss worldwide. Automobile mechanics are at risk of injury at the onset of MSDs due to repetitive tasks, uncomfortable posture, and heavy lifting of objects. The frequency and pattern of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among auto mechanics in Panteka Village, Kaduna State, are investigated in this study. Using a version of the standard Nordic Musculoskeletal questionnaire, a quatitative method was used to gather data on the prevalence pattern of musculoskeletal illnesses at Panteka Village. To analyze the data obtained, purposive sampling method was employed. The study found that there was a high prevalence of MSDs among auto mechanics in Panteka village, with rates of 90% (Neck), 92.3% (shoulder), 56.4% (knee) and over 70% prevalence of MSD for lower and upper back. The results of relationship between age of respondents, years spent as a mechanic and prevalence of the musculoskeletal disorders showed no significant relationship. However, there was a significant relationship between the respondent's section of mechanic activities ie the nature of their job and MSD. These are primarily the result of poor ergonomics and insufficient rest periods at their workshop. Also, manual handling of heavy loads, repetitive tasks and force exertion were the identified factors. Ergonomic and MSD awareness among workers should be increased through training. In addition, govermnents should investigate more in other to reduce or eliminate risk factors leading to musculoskeletal disorders. Members of the Panteka village committee can use the research's findings to enhance the working environment for mechanics. Therefore, Mechanics will need to be educated more on risk factors associated with MSDs.
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Bandekar, AJ, Richard Sesek, Mark Schall, Rong Huangfu, Dania Bani Hani, and Sean Gallagher. "Validation of Fatigue Failure Risk Assessment Tools Against Physician-Diagnosed Outcomes." Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting 65, no. 1 (2021): 710–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1071181321651194.
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Evidence suggests that musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) may be the result of a fatigue failure process in musculoskeletal tissues. Recently risk assessment tools using fatigue failure principles have been developed to evaluate risk of low back disorders (LiFFT), distal upper extremity disorders (DUET), and shoulder disorders (The Shoulder Tool). All have been validated against multiple musculoskeletal disorder outcomes such as joint pain and clinic visits for MSD complaints. This paper provides validation of DUET against occupational physician diagnosed carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) and The Shoulder Tool against diagnosed bicipital tendinosis. Results demonstrated that in both cases the fatigue failure risk assessment tools were significantly associated with physician-diagnosed outcomes in both crude and adjusted analyses (p < 0.01).
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K, Hafez. "Occupational Ergonomic and Safety Assessments Survey at Various Blacksmith Shops in Jeddah City." Ergonomics International Journal 8, no. 2 (2024): 1–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000328.
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Purpose: Determine risk factor exposure and prevalence of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) symptoms among blacksmiths in Jeddah City, Saudi Arabia, and environmental exposures to noise and particulate matter. Methods: 36 blacksmiths completed a modified Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire for MSD symptoms, frequently performed tasks were assessed for MSD risk factors using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA), and blacksmith work environments were monitored for noise and particulate matter. Results: Blacksmiths reported high prevalence for MSD symptoms in the past 12-months (neck 67%, wrists/hands 78%, lower back 86%, knees 67%, ankles/feet 86%). RULA indicated frequent tasks had moderate to high magnitudes of risk factor exposure. 8-hour time weighted noise exceeded OSHA thresholds, whereas particulate matter exceeded World Health Organization recommended levels. Conclusion: Blacksmith workers in Saudia Arabia are exposed to environmental hazards, risk factors for MSDs, and have elevated MSD symptom prevalences. Interventions are necessary to reduce exposures to musculoskeletal and environmental hazards.
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Muhammad Atayyab Talha Irfan, Khadija shakeel, Hira Zehra, et al. "Ubiquity of repetitive stress injury disorders in the OPD of Karachi, Pakistan." Open Access Research Journal of Medical and Clinical Case Reports 1, no. 1 (2021): 001–10. http://dx.doi.org/10.53022/oarjmccr.2021.1.1.0026.
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Background: A musculoskeletal disorder is the pain or injury in the joints, muscle, tendon, ligament, and its associated structures that support head, neck, upper and lower limb. These disorders can be trigger from repetitive exposure to awkward posture and due to psychological, social and occupational factors. Musculoskeletal disorders are the second leading cause of disability globally. The frequency of musculoskeletal disorders in physiotherapy OPDs of Karachi, Pakistan has not been reported yet, so this study investigated the frequency of musculoskeletal disorders in physiotherapy OPD of Karachi, Pakistan. Objective: The purpose of this study was to find out the frequency of musculoskeletal disorder in patients visiting physiotherapy outpatient department of various tertiary care hospitals situated in Karachi, Pakistan. Material and Method: A cross sectional survey study was carried out by using a self-constructed questionnaire to observe the frequency of MSD in physiotherapy. Data collection was done under the supervision of senior physical therapist. Results: 403 patients were included in this study from various physiotherapy OPDs. to evaluate the frequency of MSK disorders in which 166 were males and 237 were females. The minimum and maximum ages of the candidates who participated in the study were 8 and 69 years respectively. The results showed that 72.5% of patients in OPD had MSD in relevance to 28% of the patients suffering from neurological disorders [Table 3, 4]. Conclusion: Muscular-skeletal disorders are common among patients visiting in physiotherapy OPDs of Karachi, Pakistan. The most influenced region observed were the low back and shoulder due to overuse and also the knee which was persistent in elderly patients. Female patients were seen to have higher rate of MSK disorders which affects their daily activity than man. Suitable preventive and proper management methods are suggested to lessen MSK disorders.
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Ekawati, Ekawati, Yuliani Setyaningsih, Ida Wahyuni, and Hanifa M. Denny. "The Effect of Awkward Postures and Musculoskeletal Disorder Incidents: A Case Study of Bakery Workers." BIO Web of Conferences 54 (2022): 00005. http://dx.doi.org/10.1051/bioconf/20225400005.
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Musculoskeletal complaints or MSDs are common in the bakery industry. Observations and analyses of work posture among bakers are crucial to determine the most practical solution to MSD subjective complaints. This study aims to analyze the impact of work posture on musculoskeletal events in bakery industry workers. This research is quantitative research with a cross-sectional approach. This study recruited 52 bakers. Work posture data was obtained by utilizing the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) instrument. The subjective musculoskeletal complaint data were collected using the Nordic Body Map (NBM) instrument. The results indicated that most workers (90.4%) were in the young category, 67.3% were male, and 51.9% had a long permanent contract. Most respondents are in the high ergonomic risk category (75%). The lower back (63.5%), neck (25%), and ankle (25%) were subjectively reported by the respondents using the NBM instrument. There was no significant relationship between ergonomic risk and MSD complaints (p-value = 0.721 at α = 0.05). The bakers were exposed to ergonomic limitations and experienced some subjective MSD complaints. However, no significant association was found between ergonomic work posture limitations and MSD complaints. The non-significant finding might be related to the small sample study size or the measurement bias.
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Gede Maheza Wiratama, Made Hendra Satria Nugraha, and Ni Luh Nopi Andayani. "Prevalence study of musculoskeletal disorders among bank workers." Physical Therapy Journal of Indonesia 5, no. 1 (2024): 32–37. http://dx.doi.org/10.51559/ptji.v5i1.184.
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Background: A formal worker is anyone who works for a business entity that has been registered at a government office. Those who work in the formal sector are identical to office work, with long duration of work, tend to be in a static position, and there are repetitive movements, thereby increasing the potential of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). This can interfere with work productivity and work outcomes expected of formal sector workers. Methods: This study was a descriptive-analytic study with a cross-sectional approach with purposive sampling technique. Data was collected in June 2022 using a personal data questionnaire and the Nordic body map (NBM) questionnaire. Descriptive analysis was performed on the data using IBM SPSS 26 software. Results: Musculoskeletal complaints were found in the upper neck 8.8%, lower neck 6.8%, left shoulder 6.8%, right shoulder 5.4%, back 7.3% and waist 8.3%. Twelve people experienced moderate pain in the waist, 7 people experienced pain in the upper neck, and 2 people experienced very painful feeling in the waist. There were 35 respondents have a low MSD risk level 87.5% and 5 respondents have a moderate MSD risk level 12.5%. Conclusion: The respondents mostly had complaints around the upper neck, lower neck, left shoulder, right shoulder, back, and waist. There were risks of MSD in formal sector workers of risk of the MSD complaints experienced is predominantly low. The ergonomics approach can be applied to respondents with a higher level of risk. Keywords: Formal worker, musculoskeletal disorder, nordic body map, posture
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Morse, Tim, Charles Dillon, and Nicholas Warren. "Reporting of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) to Workers' Compensation." NEW SOLUTIONS: A Journal of Environmental and Occupational Health Policy 10, no. 3 (2000): 281–92. http://dx.doi.org/10.2190/gxar-m4fy-bar1-uqb5.
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Prayudha, Anggy, Roberto M. Simandjuntak, and Ni Putu Mira Sumarta. "Musculoskeletal disorder risk level evaluation of posterior maxillary tooth extraction procedures." Dental Journal (Majalah Kedokteran Gigi) 52, no. 1 (2019): 18. http://dx.doi.org/10.20473/j.djmkg.v52.i1.p18-23.
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Background: The professional activity of dentists involves a relatively small treatment area, namely; the oral cavity. Dental treatment requires a high level of precision with the result that dentists frequently perform their duties in a physically uncomfortable position over a relatively extended period of time. Tooth extraction is the most common form of treatment performed in a standing position, with extraction of the posterior maxillary tooth being the most challenging. 80 per cent of students and dentists working in the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Indonesia present musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). Purpose: To evaluate the level of MSD risk of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic students at the Universitas Airlangga Dental Hospital following posterior maxillary tooth extraction. Methods: The evaluation of MSD risk level was performed over a period of three months on 73 subjects who had experienced posterior maxillary tooth extraction, categorized as extraction under anaesthesia, extraction involving the use of an elevator and extraction using forceps. Evaluation was conducted by two observers by means of CCTV video footage using a Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) worksheet. Results: Under anaesthetic sedation, 67.12% experienced medium risk, 31.51% high risk, and 1.37% low risk. During extraction using an elevator, 58.90% experienced high risk, 35.62% medium risk and 5.48% extremely high risk. During extraction using forceps, 57.53% ran medium risk, 39.73% high risk, and 2.74% extremely high risk. Conclusion: Students who performed posterior maxillary tooth extraction could be categorized as running a high risk of MSD during extraction using an elevator, but medium risk when administering anaesthesia and performing extraction with forceps.
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Joshi, Dr Kanchan, Dr Anushka Loharkar, and Dr Deepak B. Anap. "Prevalence Of Musculoskeletal Dysfunction In Patients Treated At Tertiary Care Hospital – A Retrospective Study." VIMS Health Science Journal 11, no. 3 (2025): 01–06. https://doi.org/10.46858/vimshsj.110301.
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Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are ubiquitous around the world, and in India, they are the leading cause of long-term pain and disability, impacting millions of individuals. MSD prevalence among adults ranged from 6.92% to 76.8%. The main consequences of MSD are typically long-term pain, physical disability, loss of independence, reduced social interaction, and a decline in quality of life. Due to the increasing prevalence of musculoskeletal illnesses, a trend analysis was conducted to forecast future resource utilisation in the physiotherapy setting. Methodology: It was a Retrospective observational study conducted from Jan to June 2024 at tertiary care Hospital, Ahmednagar, India. Data of total 1070 patients who were suffering from various MSDs were taken and percentage of each condition was analysed accordingly in the study. Results: The present study was carried out to reflect the trends of patients with various musculoskeletal disorders underwent through physiotherapy treatment at tertiary care hospital. Results of study showed that, under non traumatic condition Low back pain (24%) was found to most common musculoskeletal disorder in rural setup while ACL or MCL Injury (29%) was most common under the traumatic conditions. Conclusion: The present study concluded that, musculoskeletal disorders are more prevalent in rural population with the highest trend of Low back pain and Lower limb fractures in non-traumatic and traumatic conditions respectively.
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Kanokporn, Ooneklabh, Leelarungrayub Jirakrit, Chamnongkich Samatchai, and Pothongsunun Prapas. "Preliminary Study on Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorder and Ergonomic Implementation Program among Wood Carvers in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand." Global Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation 2, no. 1 (2020): 01–16. https://doi.org/10.36811/gjpr.2020.110005.
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<strong>Purpose:</strong> To survey the work-related risk from wood carving and preliminarily assess the effectiveness of an ergonomic implementation program among wood carvers. <strong>Methods:</strong> A survey on musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) was conducted by using unstructured conversation, observation, and a focus group. The nature and opinion of the workers, using tools, work station, postures, environment and opinion on adapting to ergonomic factors were investigated and developed for an ergonomic implementation program. Work-related MSD was assessed by the Rapid Upper Limbs Assessment (RULA) at before and after implementation for three weeks. Moreover, the knowledge and, satisfaction on implementation program, and pain sensation were evaluated. Results from the survey result from 25 male wood carvers aged 45.76±8.3 years old showed that. The size, dimension and design of the devices affected to MSD. Most of the wood carvers had low back pain. After ergonomic program was implemented by educated and trained in 14 wood carvers, the knowledge score improved significantly, except total RULA and total pain scores of all regions. But the RULA and pain scores at low back region showed significant improvement. <strong>Conclusion:</strong> Low back pain was predominantly in wood carvers and a specific ergonomic implementation program can improve posture and reduce pain. <strong>Keywords:</strong> Ergonomic; Wood carving; Work-related musculoskeletal disorder
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Algarni, Fahad Saad, Hatem Askar Alkhaldi, Hamayun Zafar, Shaji John Kachanathu, Abdullah M. Al-Shenqiti, and Abdulrahman Mohammed Altowaijri. "Self-Reported Musculoskeletal Disorders and Quality of Life in Supermarket Cashiers." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 17, no. 24 (2020): 9256. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph17249256.
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Supermarket cashiers face a significant amount of stress, including time constraints, mental pressure, and physical demands that require repetitive movements. The job description of a supermarket cashier involves work-related risk factors that may lead to musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) symptoms. This study aimed to investigate supermarket cashiers to determine the prevalence of MSD symptoms and their quality of life. Data were collected from a convenience sample of supermarket cashiers working in Saudi Arabia. Information included direct questions on pain in the previous 12 months, demographic data, and health- or occupation-related factors. Moreover, data was collected based on the 36-item short form survey (SF-36), and descriptive statistics were computed. A total of 193 supermarket cashiers participated in this study. The sample included 140 men (72.5%) and 53 women (27.5%), with a mean age of 27.2 ± 6.4 years. The majority of the participants (90%) had MSD symptoms in at least one body region, with the neck (66.84%) and lower back (65.80%) constituting the most prominent regions. The mean SF-36 scores were higher in participants without pain compared to participants with pain in all domains, except for the physical functioning domain. The high prevalence of MSD symptoms among young cashiers suggest the need for additional investigations to determine the risk factors of these disorders. Additionally, this study recommends preventive procedures to reduce the prevalence of MSD symptoms among cashiers.
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Claudia Irene Santosa, Herry Christian Palit, and Debora Anne Yang Aysia. "PENGARUH COMPUTER WORKPLACE ERGONOMICS DESIGN TERHADAP KELUHAN MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDER SELAMA PEMBELAJARAN DARING." Jurnal RESTIKOM : Riset Teknik Informatika dan Komputer 3, no. 2 (2022): 70–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.52005/restikom.v3i2.83.
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Penyebaran virus COVID-19 yang telah ditetapkan sebagai pandemi oleh World Health Organization sedang menjadi permasalahan global yang harus dihadapi oleh berbagai negara, termasuk Indonesia. Salah satu upaya untuk pemutusan rantai penyebaran COVID-19 yaitu penerapan physical distancing. Kebijakan ini mengharuskan tenaga pendidik dan peserta didik melangsungkan kegiatan pembelajaran secara daring. Akibatnya, penggunaan gadget/komputer meningkat dan risiko kesehatan seperti musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) meningkat pula. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui pengaruh computer workplace ergonomics design terhadap keluhan musculoskeletal disorder selama pembelajaran daring. Terdapat 258 responden mahasiswa yang berdomisili di Jawa Timur dan merupakan mahasiswa angkatan 2017 hingga 2020. Pengukuran desain ergonomis tempat kerja komputer dilakukan dengan memberikan beberapa pernyataan yang berhubungan dengan kriteria evaluasi desain ergonomis tempat kerja komputer, sedangkan pengukuran MSD menggunakan Nordic Body Map. Kuesioner disebarkan menggunakan Google Form dan dilakukan secara daring. Pengolahan data dilakukan menggunakan uji Mann-Whitney, uji Kruskal Wallis, uji korelasi Rank Spearman, dan uji regresi ordinal logistik dengan bantuan software IBM SPSS Statistics 25. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, 163 responden memiliki hasil skor yang tergolong ke dalam kategori baik. Hasil uji beda menyatakan bahwa tingkat MSD pria lebih rendah dibandingkan wanita. Hal ini dikarenakan kemampuan otot wanita lebih rendah dibandingkan pria. Penelitian ini juga menunjukkan bahwa model sudah fit dengan data dan desain ergonomis tempat kerja komputer memiliki pengaruh negatif signifikan terhadap MSD.
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Nandini, Muskan Kumari, Muskan Bhati, and Preeti Sharma. "Exploring the most frequent musculoskeletal disorders indental students- A questionnaire based survey." Journal of Oral Medicine, Oral Surgery, Oral Pathology and Oral Radiology 9, no. 4 (2023): 214–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.18231/j.jooo.2023.045.
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: Musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) are a group of conditions that affect the muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, and other supporting structures in the body. The purpose of this study is to determine the risk factors associated with MSD, to evaluate the occurrence of MSD and to ascertain if they are also aware of the measures to prevent and manage these conditions.A questionnaire based study was done including the dental students who were working in clinics, this comprising of third year, final year as well as interns of our institute via social networks. The variables taken into consideration were demographic details presence and absence of pain, average working hours per day, break between attending patients, best practices followed by subject to minimize MSD.: Among 270 dental students, 202 responses were collected, with response rate of (74.81%). The most common site affected by MSD was the lower back reported in 26.3% subjects, while other regions affected in descending order were, neck (16.8%), more than one region (15.3%) followed by Upper back (14.9%), no pain(10.8%), Shoulders (9.6%) and elbow (6.3%).Statistical analysis among the different variables showed how awareness regarding measures like stretching exercises and physical activities positively influences work performance and act as a catalyst in reducing MSD. : Occurrence of musculoskeletal disorders among dental students is significantly high due to lack of awareness regarding maintaining proper posture, implementing regular breaks and physical exercises. MSD in dentistry can be diminished through following proper posture, taking adequate breaks between the patients and maintaining good physical health.
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Yazgan, Ebru, Necmettin Firat Ozkan, and Berna Haktanirlar Ulutas. "A questionnaire-based musculoskeletal disorder assessment for aircraft maintenance technicians." Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology 94, no. 2 (2021): 240–47. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/aeat-03-2021-0076.
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Purpose Aircraft maintenance technician (AMT) is the most critical profession in the aircraft maintenance system. The tasks of a licensed AMT require expertise and involve repetitive physical tasks such as tightening or loosening aircraft parts, carrying or removing parts during long working hours under time pressure and day/night shifts. This study aims to attract attention to the difficult working conditions of AMTs and identify the body parts that are at risk of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD). Design/methodology/approach A questionnaire is developed by the authors to gather demographic information, use of hand tools, equipment, use of fall protection, manual material handling (lifting, pushing, pulling), load weight, environmental factors, and MSD discomfort level perceptions. The questionnaire is applied to 150 AMTs during six months period, and the obtained data are analyzed by sequential ordinal logistic regression (OLR) models. Findings The ORL results confirm that the use of equipment (lift platform, scissors lift), safety belt attached to the platform, manual material handling, environmental factors (humidity, vibration and illumination) and resting periods have a significant effect on MSD risks. On the contrary, age, experience level, use of small hand tools, temperature and noise are not identified as statistically significant. Originality/value The study is original for it considers the working conditions and perceived discomfort levels of AMTs. A questionnaire is introduced to assess the consequences of the use of tools, equipment, fall protection equipment, environmental conditions and work organization on various body parts (neck, shoulder, elbow, back, lower back, wrist-hand, hip, knee, and ankle-feet), and strain level is identified. The study contributes to the theoretical aircraft maintenance literature and managers in practice.
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R, Singh. "An Ergonomic Investigation of Musculoskeletal Strain in Laundry Ironers." Ergonomics International Journal 7, no. 5 (2023): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.23880/eoij-16000314.
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The laundry business in India is especially vulnerable to work-related Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) due to a variety of variables such as ironing, awkward postures, repetitive duties, and so on. The goal of this case study is to investigate the severity of Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) among Indian laundry Ironers. Laundry Ironers in the laundry business are increasingly vocal about their dissatisfaction with musculoskeletal problems. The purpose of this research study was to identify the areas that are dangerous for a professional washing clothes over the whole work cycle. Furthermore, it throws light on the workplace-related issues encountered by Laundry Ironers as a result of existing laundry methods and equipment, particularly when considering the environment and equipment used. This research includes a wide range of these laundry houses, as well as their economic position and ratings of the working conditions they offer. The postural evaluations were carried out using Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) and Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA), methodologies for measuring and comparing ergonomic risk factors associated with a person's employment. The findings and results from this study were used to examine workplace-related dangers for professionals involved in every step of ironing clothes. These findings were also applied to design suggestions and actions to enhance workplace ergonomics and appropriateness.
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Bakhsh, Hadeel R., Heba H. Bakhsh, Seham M. Alotaibi, Maha A. Abuzaid, Latefah A. Aloumi, and Shoug F. Alorf. "Musculoskeletal Disorder Symptoms in Saudi Allied Dental Professionals: Is there an Underestimation of Related Occupational Risk Factors?" International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 19 (2021): 10167. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph181910167.
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This study aims to examine the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) symptoms in allied dental professionals (ADPs) in Saudi Arabia and risk factors for MSDs. The study also explores ADPs’ opinions and attitudes about the effect of MSD symptoms on the quality of life and potential mitigatory measures. This is a prospective cross-sectional study. Participants were 355 licensed dental staff (average age 33.6 ± 8.1 years, 69% women) working as assistants, lab technicians, radiology technicians, or sterilization technicians with at least six months’ work experience. The self-administrated questionnaire comprised socio-demographics, work-related factors, and items from the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. Multivariate and univariate logistic regressions were conducted to investigate risk factors for MSD symptoms. Overall, 93% of ADPs complained of MSD symptoms in at least one body site in the past 12 months. Factors related to work conditions (e.g., ‘keeping an uncomfortable posture for long periods of time’, ‘lifting heavy objects’) and years of experience were proven to be significant risk factor for developing MSDs. The cohort of ADPs showed a high MSD symptoms prevalence. Efforts are imperative in addressing the risk factors of ergonomics and the workplace environment, and more rigorous studies are needed to further investigate risk factors.
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Gallagher, Sean. "Determinants of the Fatigue Life of Musculoskeletal Tissues." Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting 65, no. 1 (2021): 484–88. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1071181321651216.
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While the effects of physical risk factors on MSD development have been a primary focus of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) research, it is clear that psychological stressors and certain personal characteristics (e.g., aging, sex, and obesity) are also associated with increased MSD risk. The psychological and personal characteristics listed above share a common characteristic: all are associated with disruption of the body’s neuroendocrine and immune responses resulting in an impaired healing process. An impaired healing response may result in reduced fatigue life of musculoskeletal tissues due to a diminished ability to keep pace with accumulating damage (perhaps reparable under normal circumstances), and increased vulnerability of damaged tissue to further trauma owing to the prolonged healing process. Research in engineered self-healing materials suggests that decreased healing kinetics in the presence of mechanical loading can substantially reduce the fatigue life of materials. A model of factors influencing damage accrual and healing will be presented.
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Palikhe, Shraddha, Mi Yirong, Byoung Yoon Choi, and Dong-Eun Lee. "Analysis of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Muscle Stresses on Construction Workers’ Awkward Postures Using Simulation." Sustainability 12, no. 14 (2020): 5693. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/su12145693.
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The negligence involved in musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) at construction sites results in high rates of muscle injuries. This paper presents findings identified by the MSD for each part of a worker’s body, categorizing the awkward postures of each body part, estimating muscle stresses, and establishing the benchmark using anthropometry and hand force data. MSDs and their corresponding frequencies were identified by administering the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) survey, which solicits responses regarding construction workers’ awkward postures. Musculoskeletal stresses were estimated using three-dimensional static strength prediction program (3D SSPP) biomechanical software. The new benchmarks were established for existing preventive measures using the anthropometry and hand force data. Workers suffering from different body muscle pains in awkward postures may be predicted using the compression forces magnitude, strength capability, and body balance. The model was verified by comparing its outputs with the survey analysis results. The study is of value to practitioners because it provided a means to understand the contemporary scenario of MSD and to establish a practical benchmark based on the physical capability of workers. It is relevant to researchers because it digitally predicts MSD and facilitates experimentation with different dimensions, thereby contributing to construction productivity improvement. Test cases validate the prediction method.
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Senvaitis, Karolis, Aušra Adomavičienė, and Kristina Daunoravičienė. "Framework Using Multicriteria Analysis for Evaluating the Risk of Musculoskeletal Disorders." Sensors 25, no. 2 (2025): 444. https://doi.org/10.3390/s25020444.
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This study includes musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) risk evaluation based on the IMU sensor data gathered from patient-lifting movement performed by healthcare specialists. This is a continuation of previous research focusing on a novel multicriteria statistical model integrating experimental and large-scale statistical datasets. The proposed model estimates MSD probabilities over 5, 10, and 15 years for the neck (0.537 ± 0.156), shoulder (0.449 ± 0.084), and elbows (0.277 ± 0.221). The model enables individual risk profiling, influenced by dynamic parameters that can reduce the long-term risk by up to 70.49%. The model is in its early development stages, i.e., it is the proof of concept that offers a new approach to assessing MSD risk at work using motion tracking data in combination with statistics. Further studies with larger sample sizes and validated criterion weights are needed to refine and validate this approach.
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Rosenblum, Keith E., and Arti Shankar. "A study of the effects of isokinetic pre-employment physical capability screening in the reduction of musculoskeletal disorders in a labor intensive work environment." WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment & Rehabilitation 26, no. 2 (2006): 215–28. https://doi.org/10.3233/wor-2006-00541.
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Objectives: This study investigated the effects of pre-employment physical ability screening using isokinetic dynamometry in injury development, specific to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) of the knees, shoulders and back among workers in physically demanding jobs. Methods: New hires (n=503) from a large US employer's 105 industrial yards were screened to match the physical demands of their prospective jobs and tracked for up to 33 months. Results were compared to a control group of 1423 workers. Results: There were significant reductions in the frequency and severity of musculoskeletal disorder injuries in the screened employee population. Non-screened applicants were 2.38 times more likely to experience a MSD-related overexertion injury specific to the knees, shoulders and back than screened hires (OR=2.3759; p=0.0001), and incurred 4.33 times higher cost of claims (p=0.0003). Covariates of age, pay type, race and job classification were markedly different between screened and unscreened hires. Among the screened cohort, only the more physically demanding job classifications were significant with field material handlers 7.1 times more likely to experience a non-MSD than less physically demanding workers (OR=7.1036; p=0.0063). Conclusions: Objective isokinetic pre-employment screening may significantly reduce injuries in physically demanding jobs. Employees having been effectively matched to the physical demands of their jobs may be at significantly lesser risk of injury and disability from both musculoskeletal and non-musculoskeletal disorders.
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Batasa Rachman, Dani Alqea, and Nurul Aini Rahmawati. "EDUKASI POSISI ERGONOMI UNTUK MENGURANGI RESIKO TERJADINYA MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDER LOWERBACK PADA PEKERJA CLEANING SERVICE DINAS PENDIDIKAN DAN KEBUDAYAAN KUTAI BARAT." Health Care : Journal of Community Service 3, no. 1 (2025): 115–21. https://doi.org/10.62354/88fzhd36.
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Pendahuluan: Penyakit akibat kerja seperti musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) adalah keluhan nyeri, pegal-pegal dan lain-lain pada sistem otot rangka seperti pembuluh darah, sendi, tendon, akibat aktivitas kerja, sedangkan ergonomi adalah ilmu tentang perilaku manusia dalam bekerja dan sikap dalam bekerja. Penyakit atau keluhan pada sistem muskuloskeletal merupakan masalah kesehatan yang dapat mengurangi produktivitas dan aktivitas pekerja. Keluhan semacam ini umumnya dialami oleh pekerja yang melakukan rutinitas seperti mengangkat beban, mencuci, memasak, menyapu, berkegiatan dengan postur statis dan janggal. Tujuan: Penyuluhan bertujuan untuk memberikan edukasi posisi ergonomi pekerja untuk mencegah serta penanganan pada kasus Musculoskeletal Disorder (MSD) pada lower back terutama pada pekerja cleaning service. Metode: Metode yang digunakan adalah penyuluhan kepada pekerja cleaning service, berupa promosi kesehatan ergonomic, dengan menggunakan leaflet sebagai media, dengan tujuan memberikan informasi terkait dengan posisi ergonomi pada pekerja, melakukan tanya jawab untuk mengetahui informasi tentang keluhan yang dialami oleh pekerja, dan mengedukasi dengan latihan-latihan untuk mencegah MSD pada lower back. Kesimpulan: Proses penyuluhan berjalan lancar, pekerja memahami terkait pentingnya posisi ergonomic yang baik, dengan tujuan untuk membuat pemahaman pekerja tentang posisi ergonomic meningkat dari 0% hingga 100% setelah penyuluhan dilakukan. Sehingga dengan memahami pentingnya posisi ergonomi akan dapat membuat tingkat resiko MSD pada pekerja cleaning service menjadi turun setelah menerapkan posisi ergonomi yang diberikan di Dinas Pendidikan dan Kebudayaab Kutai Barat.
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Lauricia Gaël Lalanirina, Fahasoavana Rohamah Njatosoa, Tsiriniaina Hasinjanahary Andrianjafinoro, Estigano Gaël Ralalaniaina, Albertine Razanadraisoa, and Emmanuel Fanja Liantsoa Ralaiarimanana. "Impacts and prevention of musculoskeletal disorders among odontostomatologists." International Journal of Scientific Research Updates 7, no. 1 (2024): 001–8. http://dx.doi.org/10.53430/ijsru.2024.7.1.0078.
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Musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) is a group of periarticular conditions affecting the soft and bony tissues of the limbs and back. Its prevalence is high among odontostomatologists, ranging from 60 to 90.3%. It is therefore a real source of concern and a public health problem. The aim of this study was therefore to describe the impacts and prevention of this disorder among odontostomatologists. This is a literature review study following the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) method. The documentary search on scientific databases was carried out using the keywords TMS, odontostomatologists, ergonomics, prevention. The study included all articles on the impacts and prevention of MSDs among odontostomatologists published over the past 10 years from 2013 to 2023 written in French or English without restriction as to article type. Incomplete, irrelevant articles published in scientific conferences were excluded . The study analyzed 32 articles and showed that the main impacts of MSDs were pain (56.5%), self-medication (17.4%), reduced quality of work and working hours (17.4%), absenteeism and early retirement (13.0%). Prevention was based on the practice of good ergonomics (73.3%), the use of magnifying glasses (33.3%) and the practice of physical exercise after work (20%). Given these results, ongoing training in MSD prevention is essential to reduce or avoid its occurrence.
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Acquah, Augustine A., Clive D’Souza, Bernard J. Martin, et al. "Musculoskeletal Disorder Symptoms among Workers at an Informal Electronic-Waste Recycling Site in Agbogbloshie, Ghana." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 18, no. 4 (2021): 2055. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18042055.
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Informal recycling of electrical and electronic waste (e-waste) has myriad environmental and occupational health consequences, though information about the chronic musculoskeletal health effects on workers is limited. The aim of this study was to examine the prevalence and intensity of self-reported musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) symptoms among e-waste workers at Agbogbloshie in Ghana—the largest informal e-waste dumpsite in West Africa—relative to workers not engaged in e-waste recycling. A standardized musculoskeletal discomfort questionnaire was administered to 176 e-waste workers (73 collectors, 82 dismantlers, and 21 burners) and 41 workers in a reference group. The number of body parts with musculoskeletal discomfort were 1.62 and 1.39 times higher for collectors and dismantlers than burners, respectively. A 1-week discomfort prevalence was highest for collectors (91.8%) followed by dismantlers (89%), burners (81%), and the reference group (70.7%). The discomfort prevalence for e-waste workers was highest in the lower back (65.9%), shoulders (37.5%), and knees (37.5%). Whole-body pain scores (mean ± SE) were higher for collectors (83.7 ± 10.6) than dismantlers (45.5 ± 7.6), burners (34.0 ± 9.1), and the reference group (26.4 ± 5.9). Differences in prevalence, location, and intensity of MSD symptoms by the e-waste job category suggest specific work-related morbidity. Symptom prevalence and intensity call attention to the high risk for MSDs and work disability among informal e-waste workers, particularly collectors and dismantlers.
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Gorce, Philippe, and Julien Jacquier-Bret. "Musculoskeletal Disorder Risk Assessment during the Tennis Serve: Performance and Prevention." Bioengineering 11, no. 10 (2024): 974. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/bioengineering11100974.
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Addressing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) during a tennis serve is a challenge for both protecting athletes and maintaining performance. The aim of this study was to investigate the risk of MSD occurrence using the rapid whole-body assessment (REBA) ergonomic tool at each time step, using 3D kinematic analysis of joint angles for slow and fast serves. Two force platforms (750 Hz) and an optoelectronic system including 10 infrared cameras (150 Hz, 82 markers located on the whole body and on the racket) were used to capture the kinematics of the six REBA joint areas over five services in two young male and two young female ranked players. The mean REBA score was 9.66 ± 1.11 (ranging from 7.75 to 11.85) with the maximum value observed for the loading and cocking stage (REBA score > 11). The intermediate scores for each of the six joint areas ranged between 2 and 3 and the maximum value of their respective scales. The lowest scores were observed for the shoulder. Neck rotation and shoulder flexion are parameters that could be taken into account when analyzing performance in the context of MSD prevention.
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Mean, Vathna, Nor Suliani Abdullah, Siti Zawiah Md Dawal, Hideki Aoyama, and Kruy Sothea. "Investigation on Musculoskeletal Symptoms and Ergonomic Risk Factors at Metal Stamping Industry." Advanced Engineering Forum 10 (December 2013): 293–99. http://dx.doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/aef.10.293.
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The objective of the study is to identify the symptoms ofmusculoskeletal disorder (MSD) and ergonomic risks on manual handling task at a metal stamping company. Data were collected using Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ) and the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA). The results revealed that there were significant relationships between self-reported pain and RULA posture scores on the trunk and neck regions with reference to MSD symptoms. Further, the results of RULA score also indicated high risk posture level on the task being investigated.
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S, Kiruthika, R. Mahesh, and Indhu R. "A Correlation Study to Analyze the Relationship Between Neck Pain, Level of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) Risk and Handgrip Strength in Desktop Workers." International Journal of Health Sciences and Research 14, no. 8 (2024): 37–46. http://dx.doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20240806.
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INTRODUCTION: Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are the most common disorder in Desktop workers. Among these MSDs, Neck pain causes the highest burden. Many ergonomic-related MSDs are primarily caused by ergonomic risk factors. Hand grip strength is the essential unit of Desktop workers. Neck disorders influence hand function which may be explained by the Double crush phenomenon. Neck pain, constrained postures and decreased handgrip strength may increase the injury risk, work of absence and loss of productivity. OBJECTIVE: To analyze the relationship between Neck pain, Level of MSD risk and Handgrip strength in Desktop workers. METHOD: In this Cross-sectional Correlational study design, 152 Desktop workers with Neck Pain were taken based on convenient sampling technique. Neck pain, Level of MSD risk and Handgrip strength were assessed by using VAS, RULA and Handheld Dynamometer for both the hands for 3 trials respectively. Data was collected and analyzed using Spearman's rho correlation coefficient. RESULTS: Spearman's rho correlation between VAS and RULA was statistically significant, p= <.001 (p<0.05) indicating that the relationship was positive, moderate in strength, correlation between VAS and HGS was statistically significant, p value = <.001 (p<0.05) indicating that the relationship was negative, moderate in strength and the correlation between RULA and HGS was statistically significant, p value = <.001 (p<0.05) indicating that the relationship was negative, weak in strength. CONCLUSION: Based on this statistical analysis, this study shows that there was a significant relationship between Neck Pain, Level of MSD risk and Handgrip strength in Desktop workers. Key words: Musculoskeletal disorder, Visual Analogue scale, Rapid Upper Limb Assessment, Handgrip strength, Handheld dynamometer.
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Alsulaihebi, Husam S., Amjad S. Alsulaihebi, Ziyad K. Alsaedi, Saud Y. Alsharif, Anis W. Mahamid, and Omar M. Babateen. "Musculoskeletal disorder prevalence and its correlation with stress in medical students: A cross sectional survey." Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care 13, no. 4 (2024): 1524–29. http://dx.doi.org/10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1659_23.
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ABSTRACT Background: The study aimed to evaluate musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) prevalence and its correlation with stress in medical students at Umm Al-Qura University (UQU) in Saudi Arabia. Methods: A total of 416 participants participated in this study by answering an online questionnaire. We included medical students from UQU of both genders, ranging from the first year to the sixth year. A questionnaire was used to capture sociodemographic data. The data were collected using the Kessler Psychological Distress Scale (K-10) and Standardized Nordic questionnaire. Results: Among 416 medical students surveyed, 219 (52.60%) were males. A significant proportion of participants, 294 (70.70%), reported experiencing pain during the last 12 months. Female students exhibited significantly higher scores of MSDs compared to their male counterparts. Students who reported working between 51–90 hours per week had a significantly higher MSD score than those who worked 0–50 hours or 91 or more hours. The findings of this study indicated that the most prevalent MSDs were low back pain (50.20%), followed by neck pain (31.70%), and female medical students exhibited significantly higher stress levels than male medical students. Conclusions: Musculoskeletal disorders represent a prevalent health issue among medical students, there is a significant association between factors such as being a female and body mass index. Additionally, psychological stress is a widespread concern among medical students, given the demanding nature of their lifestyle. Interestingly, our findings revealed that there exists a moderately positive relationship between musculoskeletal disorders and stress in this particular population.
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Popa, Maria Valentina, Irina Luciana Gurzu, Claudia Mariana Handra, et al. "Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Musculoskeletal Disorder-Related Absenteeism Among Pediatric Healthcare Workers." Healthcare 13, no. 10 (2025): 1116. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare13101116.
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Background and Objectives: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a leading cause of absenteeism among healthcare workers (HCWs), impacting healthcare delivery. Pediatric HCWs face specific physical demands such as lifting and awkward postures. While absenteeism rose during the COVID-19 pandemic, its effects on pediatric MSD-related leave remain unclear. This study examined MSD-related absenteeism trends among pediatric HCWs in a Romanian hospital across the pre-pandemic (2017–2019), pandemic (2020–2021), and post-pandemic (2022–2023) periods. Materials and Methods: We conducted a retrospective observational study using records from the hospital’s occupational health database. We included all HCWs who took MSD-related leave during 2017–2023. Diagnoses included arthropathies, dorsopathies, other osteoarticular/connective tissue disorders, and acute trauma or fractures. We used chi-square tests, ANOVA, and regression models to identify trends and predictors. Results: A total of 3388 cases were analyzed. Post-pandemic absenteeism increased significantly (40.1%), especially among women (86.8%), nurses (46.7%), and workers aged ≥46 (62.7%). A seasonal shift was observed, with spring peaks (March 9.7% and May 9.9%) replacing the pre-pandemic autumn peaks (October 11.9% and November 12.8%). The regression models identified age, occupation, and diagnosis type as significant predictors of leave duration. Conclusions: MSD-related absenteeism rose post-pandemic and showed altered seasonal patterns. Occupational and demographic predictors identified through a multivariate analysis highlight the need for anticipatory, evidence-based strategies to support pediatric HCWs, enhance workforce resilience, and sustain healthcare performance.
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Rahmaningrum, Faikha Dhista, Baju Widjasena, and Bina Kurniawan. "FAKTOR RISIKO YANG MEMENGARUHI KEJADIAN MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS (MSDs) PADA DOKTER GIGI : LITERATURE REVIEW." Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat (Undip) 10, no. 2 (2022): 226–28. http://dx.doi.org/10.14710/jkm.v10i2.32721.
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Dentists in carrying out their work must be full of concentration so that it is not uncommon for them to do work with awkward postures for the comfort and safety of patients. Musculoskeletal disorder is a disorder that can be felt by many people because its occurrence is widespread and is a common cause of impaired function and decreased quality of life. Objective: To analyze the risk factors that influence the incidence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in dentists based on literature in the form of articles and national and or international accredited journals that have been published. Method: Descriptive type with a qualitative approach. The research method used is the literature review method or a method that is systematic by identifying and reviewing the results of existing research to solve cases in accordance with the variables that have been determined in the study. The results of the study related to the factors that influence the risk of MSD occurrence in dentists, namely individual factors including age, gender, years of service and work factors including work posture, workload, duration of work, and repetition. The factor of tenure on the risk of MSD is the factor that has the most reviews in several articles than other individual factors. So, the factors of work posture and work duration are the factors that have the most reviews on the articles used than other work factors.
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Yeung, Simon S., Ash Genaidy, and Linda Levin. "Prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms among Hong Kong nurses." Occupational Ergonomics 4, no. 3 (2005): 199–208. http://dx.doi.org/10.3233/oer-2004-4305.
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This study aims to investigate how different prevalence selection criteria affect the prevalence rates of musculoskeletal symptoms in single and multiple body regions among female nurses working in a hospital setting in the Hong Kong area. Results showed that the 12-month prevalence rate for each body region was consistently higher than the 1-month prevalence rate. The 1-month prevalence rate for lower back was 59%, and 30–39% for lower extremity, upper back and neck, and the corresponding values for 12-month prevalence rates were 98% for lower back, and 89–91% for lower extremity, upper back, and neck. A similar trend was recorded for the 12-month prevalence of musculoskeletal disorder cases (MSD) (a case was defined as a reported symptom by the study participant, which is characterized by high frequency and/or intensity symptom) in the lower back (42%), knees/lower legs (30%), upper back (23%), hips – thigh (21%), and shoulders (21%). The 12-month MSD prevalence rates for lower back and one other body region ranged from 6% to 17%. The prevalence of MSD in the lower back – knees – and hips or ankles ranged from 11% to 12%. In addition, MSD cases in the lower back regions were significantly associated with those in the upper back, hip, knee, and hand regions. It is concluded that musculoskeletal symptoms are prevalent in single and multiple body regions, and symptoms originating from one body region may be associated with those in other body regions. A holistic approach in the evaluation and prevention of musculoskeletal problems for high-risk occupations is needed.
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Paramasivam, Suresh Kumar, Kanitha Mani, and Balamurugan Paneerselvam. "Unveiling Gender-Based Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Construction Industry: A Comprehensive Analysis." Buildings 14, no. 4 (2024): 1169. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/buildings14041169.
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Without physically intensive building, modern infrastructure development would be impossible. Musculoskeletal diseases (MSDs) and other occupational health issues may arise in such a demanding environment. Construction workers often develop MSDs from repeated actions, uncomfortable postures, and heavy lifting. Musculoskeletal disorders may damage muscles, bones, tendons, ligaments, etc. The effect of MSDs is well known; occupational health studies increasingly include gender-specific aspects. Despite being in the minority, the number of female construction employees is growing. However, physiological variations and occupational activities and environments may provide distinct obstacles. Thus, identifying gender-specific MSDs in construction is essential for worker safety. This research proposes a gender-specific machine learning (ML)-based musculoskeletal disorder detection framework (GS-ML-MSD2F) in the construction industry. A simple random selection procedure chose 250 female and 250 male rebar workers with at least six months of experience for the dataset. In January and June 2023, face-to-face interviews and ergonomic evaluations were undertaken. The data were analyzed using different machine learning methods, and the effectiveness of the methods was studied. The data showed that 60% of female rebar workers had MSD symptoms. The lower back and shoulders accounted for 40% of cases. Multiple machine learning methods revealed two significant factors related to musculoskeletal disorders: lengthy working hours and uncomfortable postures, and long working hours had an adjusted odds ratio of 8.5%, whereas awkward posture had an adjusted odds ratio of 42.5%. These results emphasize the relevance of working hours and posture in MSD prevention for female rebar workers in the construction sector.
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Pabón Trujillo, Herminio, Sergio Andrés Trigos Bayona, Paula Andrea Bautista, Juan Carlos Castillo, Angie Dayana Rangel, and Oscar Fabián Patiño. "Work absenteeism associated with musculoskeletal disorders in colombian companies." Ciencia Latina Revista Científica Multidisciplinar 9, no. 3 (2025): 1151–62. https://doi.org/10.37811/cl_rcm.v9i3.17717.
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Introduction: The increasing incidence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) in the Colombian union environment represents a significant challenge in favor of workplace well-being and organizational efficiency. DME, which includes conditions in muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints, has established itself as one of the key reasons for absence from work in the country, affecting both workers in operational and administrative sectors. According to recent data, approximately 35% of applications for work disability in Colombia are related to this type of disorder, which shows its effects on the health of workers and on the direct and indirect costs for organizations. Various studies have indicated that the frequency of signs linked to AMD in Colombian workers can exceed 70%, mainly affecting body areas such as the neck, shoulders and spine. These conditions not only generate pain and functional limitations, but also have an impact on business dynamics, increasing the number of days of disability, decreasing productivity and raising operating costs. Elements such as heavy lifting, prolonged postures, long hours and an inadequate ergonomic environment contribute to the appearance and aggravation of these disorders objective: To analyze absenteeism related to musculoskeletal disorders in Colombian companies, identifying its prevalence, associated factors and impact on productivity, in order to suggest forecasting strategies. Methodology: The study is proposed under a quantitative, descriptive and cross-sectional approach, with the ideal of analyzing the factors associated with occupational absence due to musculoskeletal disorders in Colombian companies, the type of study is descriptive, cross-sectional and retrospective, allowing to record and characterize the cases of absence from work associated with musculoskeletal disorders in a defined period. Whose population will be active or retired workers of Colombian companies who have presented work disabilities due to musculoskeletal causes in the selected period and source of institutional records of work absenteeism and medical disabilities. RESULTS: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) are one of the main sources of occupational absenteeism in Colombian companies, especially in the manufacturing, pharmaceutical and service sectors. It should be noted that the incidence of musculoskeletal signs in workers can reach up to 79.2%, with greater recurrence in the neck, shoulders, dorsal and lumbar spine.
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Bakar, drg., M.MedEd, Abu, Valendriyani Ningrum, and Rifani Rifani. "HUBUNGAN ANTARA KEBIASAAN OLAHRAGA DAN MASA KERJA DENGAN KELUHAN MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDER PADA DOKTER GIGI DAN MAHASISWA KEDOKTERAN GIGI DI SUMATERA BARAT." B-Dent: Jurnal Kedokteran Gigi Universitas Baiturrahmah 6, no. 1 (2019): 17–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.33854/jbd.v6i1.143.
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Prevalensi keluhan gangguan muskuloskeletal pada dokter gigi dan mahasiswa kedokteran gigi memiliki tingkat yang tinggi. beberapa faktor telah dipertimbangkan menjadi penyebab dari MSD. Penelitian sebelumnya menunjukkan bahwa olahraga dan masa kerja merupakan faktor terjadinya MSD. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis hubungan antara kebiasaan olahraga dan masa kerja terhadap gangguan muskuloskeletal (MSD) pada dokter gigi dan mahasiswa kedokteran gigi di Sumatera Barat. Desain penelitian ini adalah observasional cross sectional study dengan 261 dokter gigi dan mahasiswa kedokteran gigi sebagai subjek penelitian. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaires (CMDQ). Hasil penelitian menunjukan adanya hubungan yang signifikan antara kebiasaan olahraga dan MSD leher atas dan leher bawah (0,000) selanjutnya tidak ada hubungan yang signifikan antara kebiasaan olahraga dan MSD pada pinggang, bahu kanan, dan pergelangan tangan kanan. Tidak ada hubungan yang signifikan antara lama waktu kerja dan MSD pada pinggang, leher atas, bahu kanan, pergelangan tangan kanan, dan leher bawah
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Che Daud, Ahmad Zamir Che Che Daud, Nadiah Fauzi, Mohamad Qayum Mohamad Sabri, and Kounosuke Tomori. "Musculoskeletal Disorders, Pain and Fatigue among String and Wind Music Students." Environment-Behaviour Proceedings Journal 7, no. 20 (2022): 261–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v7i20.3457.
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Music students are more likely to get Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs), fatigue, and pain. However, limited studies compared MSDs, pain and fatigue between different types of musical instrument players. This study compared MSDs, pain, and fatigue among music students who play wind and string instruments. A cross-sectional study was conducted with a group of music students in one of the universities in Malaysia. No statistical differences in pain and fatigue were found, but more wind players experience MSD at the wrist and hand than string players. Therefore, students who play string instruments should be more watchful with MSD symptoms. Keywords: Musical instruments, pain, fatigue, musculoskeletal disorder eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2022. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v7i20.3457
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Kumar, Sanjay, Kishor N. Chinchodkar, and Jayashri Bute. "The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among computer related professionals of Dahod City, Gujarat: a cross sectional study." International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health 10, no. 5 (2023): 1836–40. http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20231282.
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Background: Use of any gadgets like Laptops/Desktops etc. on daily basis generates disorders in body. The term use to denote this disorder as ‘Musculoskeletal Disorder’ (MSD). Methods: Observational cross-sectional study was conducted by a random sampling method. A total 350 study subjects taken from Dahod city, Gujarat of various professionals like offices, institutions etc., who were working minimum one year with laptops/desktops at least four hours in a day with age 18-60 years. With the help of Neck Disability Index (NDI), Cornell Hand Discomfort Questionnaire (CHDQ) proforma data were collected. Descriptive statistics, Spearman’s correlation, Chi-square test and Binary logistic regression was used to find role of predictors with an increased risk of pain. Results: The mean±SD age of participants was 31.03±10.031 while males were higher than females (69.1% vs 30.9%). 53% subjects reported pain in hand, neck and/or back due to prolonged use of laptops/desktops. There exists positive correlation between NDI with CHDQ (r=0.57, p<0.001), significant association between working time (hours) and pain intensity (χ2=6.94, p<0.001). Computer use, age, gender, education were statistically significant predictors (p<0.05), with an increased risk of pain. Conclusions: The results of this study showed MSD at different areas of hand and neck, back site of the body. To prevent MSD’s some exercises, ideal posture at time of working on computers are recommended, for eye safety, professionals should regular check their eyes. Proper diet plan is proposed. With the help of these suggestions, one can increase work efficiency without MSD.
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Amer, Shadi, Dina Yamin, Nurul Ainun Hamzah, Mohd Nazhari Mohd Nawi, Mohd Noor Mamat, and Mohd Nasrom Mohd Nawi. "Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders and their Associated Risk Factors among Computer Users." Indonesian Journal of Occupational Safety and Health 14, no. 1 (2025): 56–66. https://doi.org/10.20473/ijosh.v14i1.2025.56-66.
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Introduction: In 21st century, computers are crucial devices in universities’ official operations. In academic institutions, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are leading causes of decreased productivity, absenteeism, disability, and illness. Office staff who use computers extensively are vulnerable to occupational MSDs. This study aims to determine risk factors of MSDs among computer users in a public university. Methods: This cross-sectional study involved 320 respondents among computer users working in all departments in Universiti Sains Malaysia Health Campus using random sampling. Tools used were a self-administered questionnaire containing questions on socio-demographical data, Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ) for assessing musculoskeletal disorder and observation and Rapid Office Strain Assessment (ROSA) to assess office equipment and quantify exposure to risk factors in office work environment. Results: Response rate was 92% and 86.2% of respondents reported work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs). The most prevalent MSD was lower back, 62.8% of MSD cases, followed by right shoulder (53.4%), hip/buttock (46.4%), and left shoulder (45.3%).Older age was significantly associated with WRMSDs (OR=6.944, CI:1.238-39.017, p=0.0.028) and with neck MSDs (OR=3.908, CI:1.342-11.377, p=0.012), while female gender was significantly associated with neck MSDs (OR=2.042, CI:1.199-3.475, p=0.009) and with upper arm MSDs (OR=1.791, CI:1.091-2.941, p=0.021). Older age was significantly associated with upper arm MSDs (OR=3.303, CI:1.006-10.849, p=0.049), while those with healthy and overweight were significantly associated with upper arm MSDs (OR=0.092, CI:0.010-0.814, p=0.046), (OR=0.127, CI:0.014-1.123, p=0.032), respectively. Conclusion: The prevalence of reported WRMSDs and MSDs at neck and upper arm were associated with socio-demographic background and high duration of computer use; 12.2% of workstation presented musculoskeletal discomfort risk.