scholarly journals Investigating the Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Degree of Body Discomfort in the Office Staff of the School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences, Yazd

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reza JAFARI NODOUSHAN ◽  
Saeideh TAHERZADEH ◽  
Vida Sadat ANOOSHEH ◽  
Sara JAMBARSANG ◽  
Moein NEMATI ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
The Body ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Office Staff ◽  
School Of Public Health ◽  
Body Map ◽  
Body Discomfort

Introduction: Musculoskeletal disorders are one of the most important occupational health issues. In recent years, the rapid growth of technology and the use of computers have affected almost all office workstations. These disorders are also very common among office staff. Therefore, the present study aimed to investigate the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and the degree of body discomfort in the staff of the School of Public Health, Shahid Sadoughi University of Medical Sciences Yazd. Methods: This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted on 130 office staff of Yazd School of Public Health in 2021. The inclusion criterion consisted of having at least one year of work experience and the exclusion criteria included the presence of musculoskeletal complications in different organs of the body and no history of incidents, accidents, and inherited diseases. To collect data, the Nordic questionnaire was used along with a body map (to better understand the position of the limbs) and a visual analog scale (VAS) (to show the severity of discomfort in different parts of the body). The data were analyzed using SPSS software version 22 using frequency, mean, standard deviation, and AONVA tests. Results: 108 people (83.7%) of the study population felt pain and discomfort in at least one of the 9 areas of the body during the last 12 months. The most musculoskeletal disorders was related to the low back (67.4%), neck (63.6%), and back (55%). Also, the low back waist, neck, and shoulder areas had the highest mean discomfort, respectively, and the thigh and elbow areas had the lowest mean discomfort. In the report of pain by body map, a significant relationship was observed between the variable of work experience and shoulder, thigh, and low back organs (p <0.05). A significant relationship was observed between low back pain, musculoskeletal disorders in the hands and wrists and body mass index (p <0.05). Conclusion: Due to the high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and the high degree of discomfort, especially in the low back and neck, it is recommended to perform educational programs, corrective exercises, and appropriate interventions.

Posture Analysis Using Nordic Body Map and Rapid Office Strain Assessment Methods to Improve Work Posture

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Melia Agustin ◽  
Hendy Tannady ◽  
Octa Ferdian ◽  
Samuel Imanuel Gunawan Alamsjah
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Severe Pain ◽  
Service Sector ◽  
The Body ◽  
Educational Services ◽  
Posture Analysis ◽  
Risk Of Injury ◽  
Work Posture ◽  
Body Map ◽  
A Company

<p><em>Jaya Launch Pad is a company engaged in educational services. It is undeniable that service sector companies such as Jaya Launch Pad also have a workforce whose work posture may be less ergonomic, which can lead to musculoskeletal disorders. Musculoskeletal disorders can be experienced by people of all ages. Therefore, this study focuses on work posture. This research occurred because of complaints experienced by staff. The number of samples used in this study was 1 person. This was influenced by the Covid-19 pandemic situation so that there was only 1 staff when the observation was made. The research method used was the nordic body map (NBM) to determine which parts of the body are experiencing complaints, and the rapid office strain assessment (ROSA) to measure the risk of injury due to the posture of sitting at a computer for 8 hours. The result is that the complaint assessment using the NBM questionnaire has a score of 52 (needs improvement at a later date) with 4 categories of severe pain, namely back, waist, buttocks, and buttocks. Meanwhile, the score from the ROSA table is 6 which means it is risky / dangerous so that it needs improvement. Therefore, a proposed condition is given in the form of a replacement of work facilities in the form of a work chair with adjustable height and adjustable armrests. This improvement is assumed to be able to reduce the level of staff complaints, and the calculation result of the rapid office strain assessment (ROSA) is 4 which means no risk so that this improvement is accepted and can solve the work posture problem of staff at Jaya Launch Pad.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p> </p>

Unmittelbare Schmerzreduktion bei Low Back Pain nach lumbaler Gelenkmobilisation und gestreckten Liegestützen korreliert mit erhöhter Wasserdiffusion in den Bandscheiben L5–S1

2012 ◽  
Vol 16 (04) ◽  
pp. 161-162
Author(s):  
Frederick Hirtz
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
South Carolina ◽  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Exercise Science ◽  
University Of South Carolina ◽  
School Of Medicine ◽  
School Of Public Health ◽  
Science School

Zusammenfassung Fragestellung Am Department of Exercise Science, School of Public Health and Department of Developmental Biology and Anatomy, School of Medicine der University of South Carolina wurde von Oktober 2008 bis Mai 2009 bei Patienten (N = 10) mit unspezifischen lumbalen Rückenschmerzen (Low back pain, LBP), die nach manueller Mobilisation und anschließenden Extensionsübungen eine Schmerzlinderung um mindestens 2 Punkte auf einer 10 Punkte umfassenden numerischen Rating Skala (NRS) angaben, die Flüssigkeitsaufnahme des Diskus L5–S1 untersucht. Im Anschluss erfolgte ein Vergleich mit Patienten (N = 10), die nach derselben Intervention keine Schmerzlinderung aufwiesen.

scholarly journals Assessment of Ergonomical and Occupational Health Related Problems Among VDT Workers of West Bengal, India

2011 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 26-31 ◽  
Author(s):  
Banibrata Das ◽  
Tirthankar Ghosh
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
The Body ◽  
Upper Extremities ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
Male And Female ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Visual Stress ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Back Problem

Objective: Musculoskeletal disorders are a common problem among computer users. The main aim of the study is to assess the prevalence of musculoskeletal and visual disorders among the VDT workers. Material & Methods: The study was conducted in the different office premises in Kolkata. After selections of the locations, 100 VDT workers are selected randomly comprising 50 male and 50 female. A detailed study based on a modified Nordic questionnaire was performed among these VDT workers for study period to measure the outcome of epidemiological studies on musculoskeletal disorders. Results: The main finding of this study was that the Lower back problem is the main problem among VDT workers. The both male and female VDT workers also suffered pain in neck, shoulder, fore arm, wrist, elbow and the different parts of the upper extremities. This study revealed that the female VDT workers suffer more discomfort feeling than male VDT workers. In this study it was clearly indicated that the discomfort feeling was relatively high among the aged VDT workers. Prolonged period of work in an awkward posture mainly lead to discomfort feeling among the VDT workers. Another finding of this study was that both male and female VDT workers suffered from visual stress due to prolonged period of work and without using of antiglare screen in a monitor. Conclusion: The VDT workers suffered pain mainly in the upper extremities and lower back of the body. They also suffered from visual stress. Females have a higher discomfort feeling than male VDT workers. Key Words: VDT workers; Discomfort feeling; Visual stress; Gender difference DOI: 10.3126/ajms.v1i2.2992Asian Journal of Medical Sciences 1 (2010) 26-31

scholarly journals Arsenicosis and its management

1970 ◽  
Vol 6 (3) ◽  
pp. 58-63
Author(s):  
NB Shakya ◽  
SL Rajbhandari ◽  
RK Deo ◽  
SM Jha
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
East Asian ◽  
Public Health Problem ◽  
The Body ◽  
Arsenic Toxicity ◽  
Medical Sciences ◽  
South East Asian Region ◽  
Environmental Media ◽  
East Asian Region ◽  
Soil And Water

Arsenic is a metalloid, a known poison as well as carcinogen that occurs naturally in earth,s crust. It is found in most of the environmental media such as air, soil and water. It enters the body through ingestion, inhalation and per cutaneous route. Health hazards of arsenic toxicity can occur as acute and chronic forms. Recently arsenicosis has emerged as a public health problem in many countries of South East Asian region. DOI: 10.3126/jcmsn.v6i3.4079Journal of College of Medical Sciences-Nepal, 2010, Vol. 6, No. 3 pp.58-63

scholarly journals The Effect of Ergonomic Educational Intervention on Reducing Musculoskeletal Disorders among Nurses

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samaneh Mohammadi ◽  
Gholam Hossein Halvani ◽  
Amir Houshang Mehrparvar ◽  
Sara Jambarsang ◽  
Vida sadat Anoosheh
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Educational Intervention ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Evaluation Criteria ◽  
The Body ◽  
P Value ◽  
Occupational Risk Factors ◽  
The Impact

Background: Nurses are subjected to musculoskeletal disorders for the reason of working situations and pressures, which any neglect of them causes a poor quality of hospital services provided to the patients. So, the present study was conducted to develop and evaluate the intervention based on the educational and reduction of musculoskeletal disorders among nurses of Khansar Fatemieh Hospital. Methods: This descriptive-analytical study was carried out on 74 nursing staffs of Fatemieh Hospital, Khansar, Iran, who were studied completely as the whole census. Inclusion criteria were nurses who were responsible for patient transmission, with more than one year of work experience and without a case history of musculoskeletal disorders. Exclusion criteria were surgery or accident while studying as well as disinclination to continue taking part in the study. Initially, the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders was investigated by Nordic Questionnaire and Occupational Risk Factors by Rapid Body Assessment Technique (REBA). Evaluation criteria for the impact of training consisted of training such as film, pamphlets, handouts, informing in telegram channels, etc. Ultimately, after three months of training courses, the workstation was re-assessed through the above methods, and the data were analyzed through SPSS software version 16, Chi-square statistical tests, McNemar and Wilcoxon tests; then the effectiveness of the educational intervention was identified. Results: The mean age and work experience of the participants were 5.27 (32.83)and 4/55 (7.83) year respectively. The results illustrated that the highest rate of prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders was pertinent to the waist (64.90%) and knee (62.20%), wrist (50/00%) in order. The results obtained from the REBA technique indicated that 89.20% of participants were above the range of risk average. After the intervention, statistical tests exhibited a significant reduction in scores and level of risk achieved by the REBA technique (p-value<0/05). Also, the results stated that there was a significant reduction in musculoskeletal pains in the areas of the neck, shoulder, and knee after the intervention (P-value<0.05). But no perceptible change could be observed in the other kinesthetic organs of the body (P-value>0.05).  No significant relationship could be seen between gender, work experience, BMI (Body Mass Index) and prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (P-value>0.05) in this study, but the statistical tests indicated that there was a significant relationship between age and pain in wrist area (P-value<0.05). Conclusion: The results offer that if preventative ergonomic training is part of multidisciplinary interventions and is presented through training such as film, pamphlets, pamphlets, handouts, informing in telegram channels and etc., it may have more influence on the reduction of musculoskeletal disorders.

scholarly journals Musculoskeletal disorders and the physical activity of territorial army soldiers during the COVID-19 pandemic

2021 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Małgorzata Grabara ◽  
Ewa Sadowska-Krępa
Keyword(s):  
Physical Activity ◽  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
The Body ◽  
Low Back ◽  
The Past ◽  
Body Regions ◽  
Vigorous Intensity ◽  
Army Soldiers

Abstract Background The aim of this study was to assess the occurrence of self-reported musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) among Polish territorial army soldiers during the COVID-19 pandemic and to investigate whether there was a relationship between occupational physical activity (OPA), leisure time physical activity (LTPA), and MSD. Methods The study used a cross-sectional design with a sample of 373 territorial army soldiers ages 18–55 who had not previously suffered from COVID-19 and were not convalescents. The symptoms prevalence data was collected using the standardized Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. OPA and LTPA data was collected using the Seven-Day Physical Activity Recall (SDPAR). Results The OPA, LTPA, and total physical activity (PA) among the studied soldiers was very diverse and the mean level of PA was relatively high. A total of 56 and 40% of territorial army soldiers had experienced pain or other discomfort in one or more of nine body regions during the past 12 months and during the past 7 days, respectively. The most common MSD among Polish territorial army soldiers were low back pain, followed by pain in the neck and knees. Conclusions The study revealed that the OPA of the studied soldiers, especially vigorous-intensity and high vigorous-intensity OPA, was associated with a higher prevalence of MSD in several regions of the body, i.e. the lower back, elbows, wrists or hands, hips or thighs, and ankles or feet. Along with the increase in energy expenditure on total PA, a greater percentage of respondents experienced low back pain. Vigorous and high vigorous-intensity PA may contribute to the occurrence of MSD.

scholarly journals Musculoskeletal disorders and correctional measures on fig gardeners in Estahban, 2017

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
A Hooshyar ◽  
GH Halvani ◽  
H Fallah ◽  
H Zare ◽  
S Zeraatkar
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Work Experience ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽  
Risk Level ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Before And After ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Body Map ◽  
Ergonomic Interventions

Introduction: Agriculture is one of the high-risk occupations, and musculoskeletal disorders are an integral part of this occupation and major farmers suffer from these disorders. The purpose of this study is correctional measures in Estahban. Method: This descriptive-analytical, cross-sectional and observational study was performed on workers in the fig orchard. The Nordic, demographic and body map questionnaires were used to evaluate the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms. The study population was 170 randomly selected by simple random sampling. Subsequently, individuals who were exclusively working in the fig orchard (n = 95) were assessed for risk assessment. The methods for evaluating were PATH and QEC. Data were analyzed by SPSS software using McNemar and Wilcoxon tests before and after the intervention. Results: Workers number 95 (55.9%) were only fig orchard workers and the other persons 75 (44.1%) had other jobs. workers 16 (9.4%) were single and 154 (90.6%) were married, mean age were 47.5 ± 14.4 years and work experience was 26.4 ±14.4 years. Frequency of musculoskeletal disorders in organs using body map was significantly different from before intervention (P <0.001). PATH risk level before and after the intervention was less than 0.05, in QEC method the mean total score before and after intervention was 94.36 ±16.09 and 52.63 ±12.18, respectively (P <0.001). Conclusion: Ergonomic interventions can be used as a corrective action.

scholarly journals Musculoskeletal Disorders Analysis Of Indonesian Women Farmers With Quick Exposure Check Method

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 25-35
Author(s):  
Dian Palupi Restuputri ◽  
Bagos Bagos ◽  
Dessi Novianti ◽  
Estining Tias ◽  
Meilliza Dresanala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Working Hours ◽  
The Body ◽  
Women Farmers ◽  
Total Exposure ◽  
Female Farmers ◽  
Check Method ◽  
Body Map

The role of women farmers in various regions in Indonesia is very much needed because the need for food in Indonesia is relatively high. The working hours also high, with an average of 35 hours per week. Based on the results of preliminary observations using the Nordic Body Map, it was found that the average female farmer felt pain in the back, neck, upper arms, and wrists. This study uses the QEC (Quick exposure checklist) method. Based on this method, several parts of the body assess the onset of work disorders, namely the neck, back, shoulders or arms, and wrists. Apart from that, there are also psychosocial factors, including work speed and stress. In the QEC method, there is an exposure score calculation to determine what action is taken based on the analysis of the total exposure score. This research was conducted by filling out questionnaires in 36 different regions in Indonesia. Based on the questionnaire results, it was found that female farmers in Indonesia had the highest exposure score of 51.33%. This result can occur due to the increased load carried and the length of time worked.

Research Recommendations for Applying Vitamin A-Labelled Isotope Dilution Techniques to Improve Human Vitamin A Nutrition

2014 ◽  
Vol 84 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 52-59 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sherry A. Tanumihardjo ◽  
Anura V. Kurpad ◽  
Janet R. Hunt
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Vitamin A ◽  
Vitamin A Deficiency ◽  
Human Subjects ◽  
The Body ◽  
Pool Size ◽  
Serum Retinol ◽  
Vitamin A Status ◽  
Status Assessment ◽  
Total Body

The current use of serum retinol concentrations as a measurement of subclinical vitamin A deficiency is unsatisfactory for many reasons. The best technique available for vitamin A status assessment in humans is the measurement of total body pool size. Pool size is measured by the administration of retinol labelled with stable isotopes of carbon or hydrogen that are safe for human subjects, with subsequent measurement of the dilution of the labelled retinol within the body pool. However, the isotope techniques are time-consuming, technically challenging, and relatively expensive. There is also a need to assess different types of tracers and doses, and to establish clear guidelines for the use and interpretation of this method in different populations. Field-friendly improvements are desirable to encourage the application of this technique in developing countries where the need is greatest for monitoring the risk of vitamin A deficiency, the effectiveness of public health interventions, and the potential of hypervitaminosis due to combined supplement and fortification programs. These techniques should be applied to validate other less technical methods of assessing vitamin A deficiency. Another area of public health relevance for this technique is to understand the bioconversion of β-carotene to vitamin A, and its relation to existing vitamin A status, for future dietary diversification programs.

Correction of Posture Deviations in the Sagittal Plane Using the Pilates Method

2019 ◽  
pp. 3-13
Author(s):  
Alexandru Cîtea ◽  
George-Sebastian Iacob
Keyword(s):  
Low Back Pain ◽  
Back Pain ◽  
Postural Control ◽  
Human Body ◽  
Sagittal Plane ◽  
The Body ◽  
Lower Limbs ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Pilates Method ◽  
The Relationship

Posture is commonly perceived as the relationship between the segments of the human body upright. Certain parts of the body such as the cephalic extremity, neck, torso, upper and lower limbs are involved in the final posture of the body. Musculoskeletal instabilities and reduced postural control lead to the installation of nonstructural posture deviations in all 3 anatomical planes. When we talk about the sagittal plane, it was concluded that there are 4 main types of posture deviation: hyperlordotic posture, kyphotic posture, rectitude and "sway-back" posture.Pilates method has become in the last decade a much more popular formof exercise used in rehabilitation. The Pilates method is frequently prescribed to people with low back pain due to their orientation on the stabilizing muscles of the pelvis. Pilates exercise is thus theorized to help reactivate the muscles and, by doingso, increases lumbar support, reduces pain, and improves body alignment.

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