Musculoskeletal disorders and level of physical activity in welders

Abstract Background Welders demonstrate a high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), as indicated by high rates of illness-related absenteeism. Leisure time physical activity (LTPA) could be a preventive strategy. However, little is known about LTPA prevalence and its association with MSDs among welders. Aims The aim of this study was to analyse the prevalence of MSD and LTPA levels among welders and to identify risk factors for the main disorder of low back pain (LBP). Methods The following data were collected from 145 welders from 34 companies in the German steel industry: individual factors (demographics, health behaviour), job-related factors (welding process, welding hours per day, employment years, shift work, ergonomic tools) and MSD (Nordic questionnaire). LTPA (International Physical Activity Questionnaire) was calculated to determine the metabolic equivalent of task (MET) per week as an objective measure of energy expenditure. Prevalence and multivariate regression analysis were calculated to determine odds ratios (ORs). Results The 12-month prevalence of LBP was 71%, for neck pain 61% and for shoulder pain 55%. Forty-two per cent of the participants accumulated <600 MET/week. The multivariate regression model revealed LTPA <600 MET/week (OR 3.4, 95% CI 1.05–10.85) and neck pain in the previous 12 months (OR 5.2, 95% CI 2.02–13.56) to be significantly associated with LBP. Conclusions The results show a high prevalence of MSDs and thus a strong requirement for intervention. Therefore, LTPA should be prioritized and employers should encourage access to regular activity.

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0918 Physical Workload, Leisure-time Physical Activity, Musculoskeletal Disorders, And Sleep Quality Among Rehabilitation Employees

SLEEP ◽

10.1093/sleep/zsy061.917 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 41 (suppl_1) ◽

pp. A341-A341

Author(s):

Y Zhang ◽

R Kotejoshyer ◽

L Punnett ◽

B Buchholz

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Sleep Quality ◽

Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽

Leisure Time ◽

Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽

Physical Workload

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A pilot study: Validity and reliability of the CSEP−PATH PASB-Q and a new leisure time physical activity questionnaire to assess physical activity and sedentary behaviours

Applied Physiology Nutrition and Metabolism ◽

10.1139/apnm-2016-0412 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 42 (6) ◽

pp. 677-680 ◽

Cited By ~ 24

Author(s):

Jonathon R. Fowles ◽

Myles W. O’Brien ◽

William R. Wojcik ◽

Lisette d’Entremont ◽

Christopher A. Shields

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Leisure Time ◽

Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽

Exercise Physiology ◽

Questionnaire Development ◽

Objective Measure ◽

Validity And Reliability ◽

Physical Activity Questionnaire ◽

Physical Activity Guidelines ◽

Activity Questionnaire

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the accuracy of 2 newly developed physical activity questionnaires: the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology (CSEP) Physical Activity and Sedentary Behaviour Questionnaire (PASB-Q) and a newly modified Leisure-Time Physical Activity Questionnaire (mLTPA-Q). These questionnaires were compared with objective measurements of physical activity and fitness (accelerometry and physiological assessments) in 35 adults, before and after a week of daily living activity. Objectively measured moderate- to vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity (MVPA) was moderately correlated with the PASB-Q’s physical activity vital sign (PAVS) (r = 0.50, p = 0.004) and the mLTPA-Q (r = 0.56, p = 0.001). Bland−Altman plots suggest minimal bias from self-reported to objective measures of MVPA. The ability of PAVS to accurately distinguish who does and does not achieve Canadian physical activity guidelines was 83% and 60%, respectively, compared with 82% and 73% of the mLTPA-Q. Self-reported sedentary time was greatly underestimated in the PASB-Q compared with the objective measure (6.4 ± 3.5 vs 12.2 ± 1.2 h/day). The results of this study suggest the PASB-Q and mLTPA-Q are valid and reliable measures of adult physical activity and provide reasonable indication of those individuals who meet physical activity guidelines. Future questionnaire development should take into account the underestimation of time spent engaging in sedentary activities.

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Musculoskeletal consequences in cyber-addicted students - Is it really a matter of health? A ROC curve analysis for prioritizing risk factors

10.21203/rs.2.12366/v1 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Rashid Heidari Moghadam ◽

Mohammad Babamiri ◽

Fakhradin Ghasemi ◽

Mohammad Ebrahim Ghaffari ◽

Mahdi Razie ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Social Networks ◽

Neck Pain ◽

Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽

Roc Curve ◽

Online Games ◽

Roc Curve Analysis ◽

Chi Square ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Area Under Roc Curve ◽

Near Future

Abstract Background The high prevalence and also multiple consequences of addiction to various online content, including online games and social networks, have become a major challenge. The ability to predict musculoskeletal disorders from this addiction can help reveal in students' health status in the near future. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of this addiction and the ability to predict neck pain from this matter in students. Methods This study was carried out among 665 students. Data collection was performed through three questionnaires on problematic use of online games, social networking addiction, and Nordic musculoskeletal disorders. Data were compared with Chi-square and independent T-test, and the logistic regression model was then presented at a significant level of 0.05. Finally, the area under the receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curve and Discriminant analysis with SPSS and STATA software were conducted to clarify associations. Results The prevalence of Internet-related content addiction was 32.8%. The results showed that addiction to social networks and online games can increase the risk of neck disorder. Also 0.58 area under ROC curve depicted the ability to predict neck pain from this addiction. Conclusions In students with internet - related content addiction, neck disorder can be predicted. Given the high prevalence of internet addiction in students, it is essential to take immediate and appropriate interventions to avoid the associated adverse effects such as neck problems.

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PREVALENCE AND RISK FACTORS OF SELF-REPORTED MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS AMONG LOW RESOURCED URBAN COMMUNITY DWELLERS

Journal of Musculoskeletal Research ◽

10.1142/s0218957721500184 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 2150018

Author(s):

Mukadas O. Akindele ◽

Abba Shehu ◽

Ushotanefe Useh

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽

Physical Activity Level ◽

Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽

Urban Community ◽

Activity Level ◽

Activity Levels ◽

Low Back ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Physical Activity Levels

Background: Musculoskeletal disorders are prevalent in communities across the world and their impact is affecting people in almost all occupational settings. Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of self-reported musculoskeletal disorders among urban dwellers, Kano metropolis. Method: A total of 206 participants were recruited using a stratified sampling technique in a cross-sectional survey. The data was collected using a standard Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) and International Physical Activity Questionnaire (IPAQ) to measure work-related musculoskeletal disorders and physical activity levels of the participants. Results: The results showed that the majority of the participants (63.9%) were males and 36.9% were females between the ages of 18 and 65 years, with the majority of them between 18 and 34 years, singles and self-employed. Also, the majority of the participants had moderate physical activity levels, normal body mass index and low risk of cardiovascular diseases using the waist to hip ratio classifications. About 78.2% of the participants reported 12-month musculoskeletal disorders while 37.4% reported 7-day musculoskeletal disorders. Low back was the most common site affected by 45.6% of the respondents. Also, the result showed no significant relationship between 12-month musculoskeletal disorder and BMI, physical activity level and waist/hip ratio but a relationship between 7 Days musculoskeletal disorder and BMI, physical activity level and waist/hip ratio. Conclusion: It was concluded that there was a high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among urban community dwellers in Kano metropolis, with low back pain the most reported while upper back has the least prevalence. Clinical Rehabilitation Impact: There was a high prevalence of WMSD among the general populace irrespective of the sociodemographic affiliations. Lower back was the most reported anatomical site among our participants. Men had a higher number of WMSD than women. There was an association between WMSD and WHR and BMI. Excess weight management might be helpful especially in individuals with high BMI and WHR.

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Longitudinal Relations of Perceived Availability of Neighborhood Sport Facilities With Physical Activity in Adolescents: An Analysis of Potential Moderators

Journal of Physical Activity and Health ◽

10.1123/jpah.2012-0077 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 11 (3) ◽

pp. 581-587 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

Bonny Yee-Man Wong ◽

Sai-Yin Ho ◽

Wing-Sze Lo ◽

Ester Cerin ◽

Kwok-Kei Mak ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Physical Activity ◽

Weight Status ◽

Leisure Time ◽

Leisure Time Physical Activity ◽

Individual Characteristics ◽

Moderating Effects ◽

Related Factors ◽

Perceived Availability ◽

Sport Facilities

Background:Little is known about the longitudinal relations of environment attributes and leisure-time physical activity (PA) in adolescents, and the moderating effects of individual characteristics. This study examined the longitudinal association of the perceived availability of neighborhood sport facilities with leisure-time PA, and the potential moderating effects of age, past PA behavior, and weight status in adolescents.Methods:Among 20,933 follow-up subjects (60.9% of 34,369 baseline subjects), 9993 from 32 Hong Kong secondary schools were successfully matched with baseline (mean duration 16 months; SD 1.7) and had complete information. At baseline and follow-up, respondents reported their leisure-time PA, weight, height, and the presence of sport facilities in the neighborhood.Results:Increased perceived availability of sport facilities from baseline to follow-up predicted more leisure-time PA at follow-up (β = 1.029; 95% CI: 1.011–1.047) overall. This effect was modified by baseline PA, with a significant effect observed only among those who had engaged in leisure-time PA more than 3 times a week.Conclusions:Increasing awareness of neighborhood sport facilities or building more such facilities may help active adolescents maintain or increase their leisure-time PA. However, more comprehensive multilevel interventions that aim at enhancing potential social, personal, and environmental PA-related factors may be needed to motivate inactive adolescents.

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