scholarly journals Investigation into the Musculoskeletal Disorders Prevalence and Postural Assessment among Barbers in Sari-2016

2018 ◽  
Author(s):  
Siavash Etemadinezhad ◽  
Fateme Ranjbar ◽  
Jamshid Yazdani Charati
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Body Regions ◽  
Working Postures ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment

Background and purpose: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders usually entangle back spines, neck and upper limbs. Working as a barber paves the ground for probable high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders. This study was designed to evaluate the working postures of sari male barbers by Rapid Entire Body Assessment method and determining the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders using NORDIC questionnaire.Methods: In the present research, 108 Sari barbers working conditions were evaluated using Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) tool, and the data on the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders was collected using Nordic questionnaire. Microsoft Excel and SPSS were then applied to analyze the data. Quantitative variables were analyzed using the descriptive statistical methods including mean and standard deviation. Chi-square test and ordinal regression have also been applied to analyze the relationship between different variables and musculoskeletal disorders' prevalence.Results: The mean age the participants was 33.11±8.2 and the mean of work experience was 12±3.7 years. According to the results of the Nordic questionnaire, during 12 past months, 78% of the studied subjects have discovered pain and discomfort at least in one of their 9 body regions. Complaints of musculoskeletal pains in the wrist were also most prevalent (72.1%), followed by the neck (49%) and elbow pains (46.2%). Through REBA Method, the highest frequency of corrective measures was at level 2 (73.9%).Conclusion: The results of the present study indicated that the evaluated subjects working postures required correction. Also, it was found essential to train barbers in what way to identify the biomechanical and ergonomic risk factors and correct working postures.

scholarly journals Assessment of Posture Related Musculoskeletal Risk Levels in Restaurant Chefs using Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA)

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 333-339
Author(s):  
Bijal Jignesh Karelia ◽  
Deepali Rathod ◽  
Ajay Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Working Hours ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Moderate Risk ◽  
Risk Levels ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Working Postures ◽  
Work Tasks ◽  
Postural Correction ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment

Background: Objective To assess the level of risk in posture associated work related musculoskeletal disorders in restaurant chefs using Rapid Entire Body Assessment [REBA]. Method: 30 subjects were included. Out of 30 subjects, all of them were males. The Mean Age, Weight, Height and working hours were 19.57 years, 52.06 kg, 185.28 cms and 8.63 hours respectively. Postures using REBA score sheet were evaluated based on the most difficult work tasks (based on observation and interview), the posture that was sustained for a longer period of time. Result: Body posture was evaluated using REBA sheet and it can be concluded that the major areas susceptible to painful working postures were of the neck and the wrist positions having the most frequent risk reported. Followed by the upper arm and trunk position having moderate risk and the least frequent area involved were legs and lower arm position. Conclusion: The study concludes that most of the restaurant chef’s fall under moderate risk of musculoskeletal disorders and require intervention and awareness about postural correction exercises to prevent further musculoskeletal injuries. Key words: Restaurant chefs, Posture, Rapid Entire Body Assessment, Ergonomics, Musculoskeletal risk.

scholarly journals Evaluating the Prevalence and Risk Factors of Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Technicians of Surgery

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (4) ◽  
pp. 199-208
Author(s):  
Seyyedeh Haniyeh Mousavibaghi ◽  
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Kamran Ezzati ◽  
Mahmood Abedinzade ◽  
Sadegh MoshtaghiKoojel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Occupational Injuries ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Body Regions ◽  
Check Method ◽  
One Year

Background: Musculoskeletal disorders are among the prevalent occupational injuries and disabilities in developing countries. Objectives: The current study was conducted to determine the prevalence and risk factors of musculoskeletal disorders among surgery technicians. Materials & Methods: samples (n=179) of this analytical and cross-sectional study were selected using a census method among the surgical technicians who had at least one year of work experience. The disorders of different parts of their bodies were evaluated by Nordic questionnaire, and the risk of catching the musculoskeletal disorders was assessed using quick exposure check method. Statistical analyses were done in SPSS V. 16. Results: According to the Nordic questionnaire, the most prevalent work-related disorders in the past year were found in the back (71.5%), neck (57%), wrist (50.8%), and shoulder (49.7%) of the study subjects. The quick exposure check results showed that the level of exposure to musculoskeletal risks was in action level one for 32.4% of the surgery technicians, and action level three for 33% of them. This study showed associations between the prevalence of work-related symptoms in different body regions and some individual and occupational characteristics (P<0.05). Conclusion: The prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) is high among surgical technicians and lumbar disorders are the most common types. Risk factors for MSDs include undesirable physical posture, weight, time spent for shifting loads, excessive force applied by one or both hands at work, working speed, and staff stress levels. among near half of the studied surgical technicians, there were high and very high risks for injury, indicating the vulnerable condition and environment of this job.

scholarly journals FAKTOR - FAKTOR YANG BERHUBUNGAN DENGAN KELUHAN MUSKULOSKELETAL DISORDER (MSDs) PADA PETANI PADI DESA NEGLASARI KECAMATAN PURABAYA KABUPATEN SUKABUMI TAHUN 2019

PROMOTOR ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (5) ◽  
pp. 412
Author(s):  
Nanda Anisa Fahmiawati ◽  
Anissatul Fathimah ◽  
Rahma Listyandini
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Carpal Tunnel ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Purposive Sampling ◽  
Body Map ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment

<p>Gangguan keluhan <em>musculoskeletal </em>(MSDs) merupakan salah satu penyakit akibat kerja yang dapat menyebabkan kecelakaan kerja dan kecacatan bagi pekerja. Dalam program <em>The prevention Of Accupation disease </em>menyatakan <em>musculoskeletal disorder </em>termasuk <em>carpal tunnel syndrom </em>mewakili 59% dari keseluruhan catatan penyakit yang ditemukan pada tahun 2009 di Eropa. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui faktor – faktor yang berhubungan dengan keluhan <em>musculoskeletal </em>(MSDs) pada petani padi Desa Neglasari Kecamatan Purabaya Kabupaten Sukabumi 2019. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan menggunakan desain studi <em>Cross Sectional. </em>Teknik pengambilan sampel yang digunakan yaitu teknik <em>Non-probabiliti Sampling </em>dengan <em>Purposive Sampling. </em>Populasi pada penelitian ini berjumlah 2.410 responden dan sampel yang terpilih 110 responden. Insterumen ini menggunakan lembar <em>Nordic Body Map</em>, lembar <em>Rapid Entire Body Assessment</em>, kamera, busur, timbangan berat badan dan <em>microtois</em>. Analisis data penelitian menggunakan uji <em>chi-square </em>dan pengambilan data menggunakan kuesioner. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa tidak ada hubungan yang bermakna antara Faktor Pekerjaan Ergonomi (<em>p=0,524)</em>, usia (<em>p=0,515</em>), <em>indeks </em>masa tubuh (<em>p=1,000)</em>, dan jenis kelamin (<em>p=1,000) </em>dengan keluhan <em>musculoskeletal disorders </em>(MSDs). Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini adalah tidak ada hubungan antara variable terikat dan variable bebas yang diteliti pada petani padi Desa Neglasari. Disarankan kepada para petani agar selalu melakukan pemanasan sebelum bekerja, melakukan pemeriksaan apabila nyeri otot, menanamkan pola hiddup sehat, dan mengetahui cara bekerja yang baik dan benar.</p>

Electromechanical rolling whiteboard for improving posture and comfort of users in classrooms

Work ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 67 (1) ◽  
pp. 259-265
Author(s):  
Zahra Khosravi ◽  
Mohsen Razeghi ◽  
Alireza Choobineh ◽  
Haleh Ghaem
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Rating Scale ◽  
Physical Exertion ◽  
Random Order ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Physical Effort ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Educational Environments ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment ◽  
University Lecturers

BACKGROUND: The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders is high among teachers. Poor posture when writing on whiteboards is considered among the important causes of these disorders. OBJECTIVE: The present study aimed to evaluate an electromechanical rolling whiteboard for educational environments as an ergonomic intervention. METHODS: Thirty university lecturers volunteered to take part in the study. Participants performed a 5-minute writing task on a regular board and on the newly modified whiteboard in random order. The comfort and effectiveness of the boards and the perceived physical effort and posture of the participants were evaluated and compared by applying the verbal rating scale, Borg’s rating of physical exertion scale, and rapid entire body assessment, respectively. RESULTS: A total of 83.2% of participants reported the new whiteboard to be comfortable or more comfortable to use than the regular whiteboard, and 76.6% of them found the new whiteboard to be higher or much higher in effectiveness and usefulness in comparison with the regular whiteboard. The comfort and posture ratings revealed that exertion was significantly less and posture improved while writing on the new board as compared to its counterpart (p < 0.0001). CONCLUSION: The new whiteboard increased user comfort, reduced physical effort, and improved posture, hopefully leading to a decreased number of work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

scholarly journals Analysis of Working Postures with Musculoskeletal Disorders (Msds) Complaint of Tailors in Ulak Kerbau Baru Village, Ogan Ilir

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (01) ◽  
pp. 75-88
Author(s):  
Betty Andriani ◽  
Anita Camelia ◽  
H.A Fickry Faisya
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Working Time ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Working Posture ◽  
Working Postures ◽  
Medium Risk ◽  
Long Time

Tailor is one of the professions that has MSDs risk. It is because of the working posture, such as sitting for a long time and repetitive movements. The purpose of this study is to determine correlation between working postures and Musculoskeletal Disordes (MSDs) of Tailors in Ulak Kerbau Baru Village Ogan Ilir. This research was an cross-sectional and method of sampling in this study was using accident sampling with sample were 75 respondents. Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) method was used assessed the risk of working posture and questionnaires. Nordic Body Map was used determine of Musculoskeletal Disorders. The data is performed using univariate and bivariate with chi-square. Based on calculations used the REBA posture tailor working 42.7% of respondents has high risk and 57.3% has medium risk. Results of this analysis used statistical there were a significant relationship between age (pvalue = 0.006 CI 1,730-25,281), working period (pvalue = 0.023 CI 1,343-30,271), working posture (pvalue 0.027 CI 1,284-11,847), and the working time (pvalue = 0.032 CI 1,145-74,602) with Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs), and there was no significant relationhips between the sexes (pvalue = 0.610 CI 0,224-1,898) with Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs). The majority of tailor work posture were at high risk, the researcher suggests to do intervention on modified factors, which are working postures and working time. Intervention can be done by using ergonomic work chair and make time to do stretch up (physical activity) every 30 minutes to reduce muscle fatigue.

scholarly journals The Ergonomic Assessment of Cycle Rickshaw Operators Using Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (Rula) Tool and Rapid Entire Body Assessment (Reba) Tool

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 219-225
Author(s):  
Mahesh S. Gorde ◽  
Atul B. Borade
Keyword(s):  
Upper Limb ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Heavy Load ◽  
Safety Level ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Working Postures ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Mode Of Transportation ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment ◽  
Unorganized Sector

AbstractIn India, the population of about eight lacks people who are engaged in riding cycle rickshaw as an occupation. It is an unorganized sector of India. A cycle rickshaw is a modified form of bicycle which is the cheapest mode of transportation for carrying passengers, luggage and goods. Many tasks connected with this occupation are associated with strenuous body postures, and some body movements typical for this job which, when combined with a heavy load, result in frequent work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs).Working postures were analyzed by means of Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) tool and Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) tool in order to determine the area of discomfort. The outcome of the research is beneficial for manufactures of cycle rickshaws and similar products well as users of such products, including cycle rickshaw operators. Some suggestions were given to have increase the comfort and safety level.

scholarly journals Determination of Risk Factors for Musculoskeletal Disorders and Corrective Priorities to Perform the Work in Dental Careers by Posture Analysis Using REBA in Shahrekord

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 92-95
Author(s):  
Zabih Allah Kahyani ◽  
Mehrdad Karimi ◽  
Masoud Amiri ◽  
Soheila Mosharraf ◽  
Hojjat Rouhi Broujeni
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Incidence Rates ◽  
P Value ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Posture Analysis ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Applied Study ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment

Background and aims: Nowadays, work-related musculoskeletal disorders are the most common occupational diseases. The prevention of these disorders requires a posture analysis during work and the improvement of working conditions. The purpose of this study was to determine risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders and corrective priorities to perform the work by conducting postures analysis using Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA). Methods: In this descriptive-analytical study, the posture of dentists during working was analyzed using the REBA software. The incidence rate of musculoskeletal disorders was investigated by the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ). A P value less than 0.05 was considered statistically significant. Results: In this applied study, the incidence rates of the pain in neck, waist, shoulders, and wrists were reported to be 68%, 55%, 41% and 28%, respectively. The above-mentioned values were higher in women than in men. The pain in thigh and leg was related to work and the pain in ankle and sole was related to body mass index (BMI). The relationship between musculoskeletal disorders and occupational postures of dentists was statistically significant (P<0.05). Conclusion: Training the principles of ergonomics and anthropometrics, the correct methods and principles of performing work, and the ways of using the instruments are necessary for the studied population. Occupational postures require ergonomic intervention and correction.

scholarly journals Evaluation to Reduce Occupational Risk In Excavator Manufacturing

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 22
Author(s):  
Euis Nina Saparina Yuliani ◽  
Galih Prakoso ◽  
Hardianto Iridiastadi ◽  
I Putu Gede Adiatmika
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Heavy Equipment ◽  
Air Cleaner ◽  
Index Terms ◽  
High Level ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment ◽  
Ergonomic Intervention ◽  
Level Of Risk

Musculoskeletal disorders often occur in non-ergonomic work postures. The research was conducted in the process of installing an air cleaner workstation for the excavator’s assembly at a heavy equipment manufacturing company. In the installation process, the operator must lift, hold and install the component with weight 12 kg, using the limbs manually without any tools. The objective of this study is to conduct an ergonomic evaluation by assessing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders and provide recommendations for improvement in order to reduce operator musculoskeletal injuries. To determine the level of risk of the job will be used the Rapid Entire Body Assessment method. The results of this study are R.E.B.A scores obtained which is 11, with a very high level of risk, and must be immediately corrected. Ergonomic intervention as a recommendation for improvements that support the work of the operator, is making jigs to help the installation process. After implementation, the REBA score dropped to 3 or decreases by around 67% from the initial risk Index Terms— ergonomics intervention, musculoskeletal disorders, rapid entire body assessment

scholarly journals P.1.32 Comparisons of the results from ergonomic tools between rapid entire body assessment and quick exposure check in a steel factory

2019 ◽  
Vol 76 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. A86.1-A86
Author(s):  
Khongrit Pinyowiwat ◽  
Soontorn Supapong ◽  
Thanapoom Rattananupong
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Kappa Statistic ◽  
Weighted Kappa ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Steel Factory ◽  
Work Tasks ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment ◽  
User Friendly ◽  
Observational Techniques

Conducting ergonomic risk assessment is important as it helps employers identify the significant risks in their workplace and will resulting in adequate preventive measures. Simpler observational techniques is one of the types of ergonomic evaluation tools which is commonly used. It is practical, user-friendly and gathering information from both employees and practitioners. This paper presents comparisons between two observational ergonomics tools for determining ergonomics risk factors for work-related musculoskeletal disorders. The Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) and Quick Exposure Check (QEC) were used to assess 296 employees participating in the study from all 12 sections which involved different work tasks in a steel factory. The results are compared using three risk categories (low, moderate, high). Standardised Nordic questionnaires was also used for evaluating the musculoskeletal disorders and effects on working. Data were gathered using questionnaires and evaluations taken at workstation. The findings show the results analyzed using weighted kappa statistic and prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among workers.

scholarly journals Hubungan Tingkat Risiko Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) Mengguna-kan Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) dengan Keluhan MSDs pada Residen Ilmu Bedah

2018 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 168
Author(s):  
Ade P. Tubagus ◽  
Diana V. D. Doda ◽  
Herlina I. S. Wungouw
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Risk Level ◽  
Bivariate Analysis ◽  
Entire Body ◽  
Strong Positive Correlation ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Body Map ◽  
Cross Sectional Design ◽  
Rapid Entire Body Assessment

Abstract: According to WHO, musculoskeletal disorders are categorized as the second rank of work-related disease. Various factors such as work, individual, and social factors can cause MSDs. These disorders play an important role in morbidity of workers such as healthcare workers. This study was aimed to analyze the correlation between the risk level of MSDs evaluated by using REBA and MSDs complaints among surgery residents. This was an analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design. The instruments used in this study were the Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) worksheet and the Nordic Body Map (NBM) questionnaire. Data were analyzed with the Spearman correlation test. There were 42 surgery residents of Faculty of Medicine, Sam Ratulangi University, Manado participated in this study. The majority of them were males (81%) and young adults (88%). The prevalence of MSDs complaints were as follows: 60% of respondents had mild complaints, 33% had moderate complaints, and 7% had severe complaints. The bivariate analysis showed that the risk level of MSDs evaluated by REBA had a strong positive correlation with MSDs complaints (P=0.000; r=0.603). Conclusion: There was a significant correlation between risk level of MSDs evaluated by using REBA and the MSDs complaints. Based on the results, ergonomics interventions are recommended to surgery residents in order to prevent the occurence of MSDs.Keywords: musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), REBA, surgery residentsAbstrak: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) menurut WHO berada di urutan kedua terbanyak penyakit akibat kerja. Berbagai faktor seperti pekerjaan serta faktor individu dan sosial dapat menyebabkan terjadinya MSDs. Gangguan ini berperan dalam morbiditas di banyak bidang pekerjaan salah satunya di bidang kesehatan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan tingkat risiko MSDs menggunakan REBA dengan keluhan MSDs pada residen ilmu bedah. Jenis penelitan ialah analitik observasional dengan desain potong lintang. Alat ukur yang digunakan ialah lembar kerja Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA) dan kuesioner Nordic Body Map (NBM). Analisis data menggunakan uji korelasi Spearman. Hasil penelitian mendapatkan sebanyak 42 residen ilmu bedah Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Sam Ratulangi Manado menjadi responden penelitian. Mayoritas responden berjenis kelamin laki-laki (81%) dan berada dalam kategori dewasa muda (88%). Prevalensi keluhan MSDs ialah 60% keluhan MSDs ringan, 33% keluhan sedang, dan 7% keluhan berat. Hasil uji korelasi Spearman mendapatkan tingkat risiko MSDs menggunakan REBA memiliki hubungan positif kuat dengan keluhan MSDs (P=0,000, r=0,603). Simpulan: Terdapat hubungan bermakna antara tingkat risiko MSDs menggunakan REBA dengan keluhan MSDs. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian maka direkomendasikan intervensi ergonomi pada residen bedah untuk mencegah terjadinya keluhan MSDs.Kata kunci: musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), REBA, residen bedah

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