27 Ergonomic risk factors in intensive care unit and musculoskeletal symptoms

This study examined the relationship of musculoskeletal symptoms with exposure to a combination of ergonomic risk factors at work and the possible ameliorating effect of enough time to rest during working hours or between consecutive shifts in Korean workers. Data were from the 2017 Korean Working Conditions Survey. Workers exposed to ergonomic risk factors were more likely to report musculoskeletal symptoms than those without exposure, and exposure to more ergonomic risk factors increased the probability of musculoskeletal symptoms. Workers who had the opportunity to rest when desired and those who had enough time to rest between consecutive shifts were less likely to report musculoskeletal symptoms. In conclusion, workers exposed to more ergonomic risk factors had an increased risk for musculoskeletal symptoms, and providing enough time to rest and recovery to workers reduced the risk of musculoskeletal symptoms.

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Investigation on Musculoskeletal Symptoms and Ergonomic Risk Factors at Metal Stamping Industry

Advanced Engineering Forum ◽

10.4028/www.scientific.net/aef.10.293 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 10 ◽

pp. 293-299 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Vathna Mean ◽

Nor Suliani Abdullah ◽

Siti Zawiah Md Dawal ◽

Hideki Aoyama ◽

Kruy Sothea

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

High Risk ◽

Upper Limb ◽

Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽

Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽

Significant Relationships ◽

Metal Stamping ◽

Manual Handling ◽

Ergonomic Risk Factors ◽

Ergonomic Risk

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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Investigation of musculoskeletal symptoms and ergonomic risk factors among female sewing machine operators in Turkey

International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics ◽

10.1016/j.ergon.2011.07.001 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 41 (6) ◽

pp. 585-591 ◽

Cited By ~ 51

Author(s):

Nilüfer Öztürk ◽

Melek Nihal Esin

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽

Sewing Machine ◽

Machine Operators ◽

Ergonomic Risk Factors ◽

Ergonomic Risk

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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders among nurses in various specialty areas in a Nigerian tertiary health institution

Journal of Emergency Practice and Trauma ◽

10.15171/jept.2019.04 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 5 (2) ◽

pp. 41-46

Author(s):

Samuel Olufemi Bolarinde ◽

Isaiah Oyewole ◽

Adesola Felix Abobarin

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Intensive Care Unit ◽

Intensive Care ◽

Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽

Management Strategies ◽

Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽

Low Back ◽

Health Institution ◽

Work Related ◽

Accident And Emergency

Objective: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are one of the major complaints in the work place. This study investigated the prevalence and pattern of work-related MSDs, risk factors and the strategies of management among nurses working in various specialty areas in a tertiary health institution in Nigeria. Methods: This cross-sectional survey recruited 150 nurses working in various specialty areas of a government own tertiary institution in South-west, Nigeria. Data were obtained on demographic characteristics, occupational profile, work-related musculoskeletal symptoms, perceptions on job risk factors and management strategies. Data were presented using descriptive statistics of percentages and frequency tables. Results: The most common MSD among the respondents was low back pain (LBP) (60.0%), followed by neck pain (48.0%), while elbow pain was the lowest work-related musculoskeletal pain (5.3%). Findings indicated that respondents working in Intensive Care Unit (100.0%), Dental Unit (100.0%), Accident and Emergency (77.8%), Orthopaedics (75.0%), Ear Nose and Throat (75.0%) and Medicine (72.7%) suffered from LBP more than other respondents in other specialty areas. Results also revealed that frequent bending (64.0%), prolonged standing (49.3%) and frequent lifting of patients (48.0%) were major factors that contributed to LBP among the respondents. Rest (56.0%), pain killer drugs (50.7%), and exercise (36.0 %) were the most preferred pain management strategies among the respondents, while only 12.0% preferred physiotherapy management. Conclusion: A great percentage of Nigerian nurses suffer from work-related MSDs in their professions with the low back being the most injured body part. Nurses working in Intensive Care Unit, Dental, Accident and Emergency and Orthopedics are more prone to work-related LBP. Education programs on back care and workplace ergonomics are recommended for reduction and prevention of occupational hazards among nurses.

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