scholarly journals P114 Clinical characteristics and some other issues of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (cervicobrachial disorder, low back pain, etc.)

1999 ◽  
Vol 41 (Special) ◽  
pp. 270
Author(s):  
M. Nakata
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Clinical Characteristics ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders

Emotional Labor: Links to Depression and Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Call Center Workers

2016 ◽  
Vol 65 (8) ◽  
pp. 346-354 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hye-Jin Kim ◽  
Jina Choo
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Depressive Symptoms ◽  
Emotional Labor ◽  
Call Center ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Deep Acting ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Call Center Workers

Little evidence links emotional labor to either psychological or physical health. This study determined whether the two types of emotional labor (i.e., surface vs. deep acting) were significantly associated with depressive symptoms and work-related musculoskeletal disorders in call center workers. A cross-sectional study was conducted with 274 workers recruited from a call center in Seoul, South Korea. In adjusted regression models, levels of surface, but not deep, acting were significantly and positively associated with depressive symptoms. Higher surface acting levels were significantly and positively associated with low back pain; higher deep acting levels were significantly and inversely associated with low back pain. Study findings could inform occupational health nurses as they delineate differentiated strategies, according to the nature of surface and deep acting, to promote psychological and physical health in call center workers.

scholarly journals Predictors of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Commercial Minibus Drivers in Accra Metropolis, Ghana

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-5 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. K. Abledu ◽  
E. B. Offei ◽  
G. K. Abledu
Keyword(s):  
Back Pain ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Multiple Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Preventive Strategies ◽  
Ankle Pain ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Modifiable Factors ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire

Background. The objective of this study is to determine the prevalence and predictors of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) among a sample of commercial minibus drivers in the Accra Metropolis of Ghana. Methods. The participating drivers (n=148) were recruited from various lorry terminals and assessed by using a semistructured questionnaire that included the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ). Results. Of the 148 drivers, 116 (78.4%) reported having WMSDs during the previous 12 months. The prevalence of the various WMSD domains was low back pain (58.8%), neck pain (25%), upper back pain (22.3%), shoulder pain (18.2%), knee pain (14.9%), ankle pain (9.5%), wrist pain (7.4%), elbow pain (4.7%), and hip/thigh pain (2.7%). Multiple logistic regression analysis adjusted for possible confounders showed that less physical activity (OR = 4.9; 95% CI = 1.5–16.5; P=0.010), driving more than 12 hours per day (OR = 2.9; 95% CI = 1.1–7.8; P=0.037), and driving at least 5 days per week (OR = 3.7; 95% CI = 1.4–9.4; P=0.007) were significantly associated with WMSDs among this cohort of drivers. Conclusion. These modifiable factors may be targets for preventive strategies to reduce the incidence of WMSDs among occupational minibus drivers in Ghana.

ERGONOMIC IMPROVEMENTS IN THE HANDLING OF FIBRE INSULATOR SHEETS CUTTING

2015 ◽  
Vol 76 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Loo Huck-Soo ◽  
Nor Hayati Saad ◽  
Amirul Abdul Rashid ◽  
Noriah Yusoff ◽  
Mohd. Ridhwan Mohammed Redza
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Health Problems ◽  
Manufacturing Plant ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Back Rest

This paper gives emphasis to an ergonomics study conducted in a fibre insulation bay of a medium-sized air handler manufacturing plant. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders and other health problems in the fibre insulator sheets cutting operations were closely looked into. Unstructured interviews were initially conducted to uncover the underlying problems, while Direct Observation (DO) and Participative Assessment (PA) methods were utilized to identify ergonomics risk factors. Ergonomics interventions by means of real life experiments were implemented. These included 1) providing semi leather gloves to replace cotton hand gloves, 2) providing plastic chairs with back rest for occasional sitting, and 3) installing a fiberglass rolling mechanism for fiberglass cutting on table top. Post survey incorporating both DO and PA methods was subsequently conducted to gauge its effectiveness in minimizing work-related musculoskeletal disorders and other health problems. This action-oriented study finally produced fruitful results which includedinsignificant low back pain and legs ache, minimized hand irritation sensations, relieved tiredness of operators, reduced nose irritation, eye itchiness, sore throat and dizziness. 

Musculoskeletal disorders

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Julia Smedley ◽  
Finlay Dick ◽  
Steven Sadhra
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Upper Limb ◽  
Annual Incidence ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Osteoarthritis Of The Hip ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Upper Limb Disorders

Low back pain 254Work-related upper limb disorders 1 256Work-related upper limb disorders 2 258Osteoarthritis of the hip 260Bursitis 262• LBP has a lifetime prevalence of 60–80%, point prevalence of 15–40%, and annual incidence of 5%. It is:• the second most common cause of work-related ill health (prevalence 207 000, annual incidence 51 000)...

scholarly journals A RESEARCH ON PREVALENCE OF LOW BACK PAIN DISABILITY IN MARBLE FACTORY WORKERS

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
Arvind Kumar (PT)
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Strong Relationship ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Work Place ◽  
Circulation System ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Factory Workers ◽  
Work Related

INTRODUCTION:WMSD's among marble factory workers are common.They are a major concern of workers, union, employers and government.Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are disorders of body structures such as tendons,joints,muscles,ligaments,bones,nerves or a local blood circulation system caused or aggravated primarily by the nature of performance of work. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of low back pain in marble factory of Aburoad,to know the relation between low back pain and physical activity. Most work related MSDs are resulting from repeated exposures to low - or high intensity workloads over a prolong period of time. This indicates a strong relationship between factors within the working environment and the development of MSDs,and that these conditions result in significant reduction in productivity OBJECTIVE: The objective of the study was to study and identify issues and problems of MSDs, specifically LBP.It was believed that results of this study would provide a base for planning interventional programs at work place and improving workers health. MATERIALS AND METHODS:A questionnaire was formulated with few variables which were specifically focused. A general set of subjective variables such as name, age, sex, occupation, hand dominance, hypertension, weight, BMI were included.Few specific variables were-Nature of job,experience in years,working hours & overtime,drug addiction (alcohol, tobacco intake),routine of work (sitting/standing/walking/bending/lifting heavy loads), rest time-up to 3 categories(30 minutes/45 minutes and above) MATERIALS: It included demographic identification form, modified oswestry disability index of LBP, NPRS scale, consent form,tapes,Mats etc. SETTING OF THE STUDY:Data were collected at 5 marble factories. PATIENTS:180 subjects with LBP were involved in the study after screening of approximately 328 workers. SAMPLING TECHNIQUE:Simple convenient sampling SAMPLE SIZE: Total 180 subjects of 5 factories with low back pain participated in study. SELECTION CRITERIA:The study populations were selected according to inclusion/exclusion criteria. RESULTS: There was a higher prevalence of LBP in factory workers doing more of bending and sitting activities when compared to the standing positions. Even we found that the workers lifting more of heavy weight more than 20 kg reported of having LBP,which is in concordance to the support etal's study that the workers who had to lift the object up to 25 kg or more.There were significantly associated with LBP. CONCLUSION: Work related musculoskeletal disorders in marble factory workers were common as a higher prevalence of LBP.This perception of intensified workloads,repetitive and monotonous work with limited job control and clarity might be one of the factors associated with MSDs. Further research is needed to investigate the effect of risk factors as general health status on prevalence musculoskeletal disorders

259. Attributions, Stress, and Work-Related Low Back Pain

2000 ◽  
Author(s):  
G. Byrns ◽  
B. Curbow ◽  
J. Agnew
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Work Related
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