scholarly journals Musculoskeletal disorders amongst workers of glass manufacturing unit of Western Uttar Pradesh

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 445-449
Author(s):  
Sonia Tewari ◽  
Deepa Vinay
Keyword(s):  
Uttar Pradesh ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Body Mapping ◽  
Hot Environment ◽  
Body Regions ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Shoulder Region ◽  
Extremely Hot Environment ◽  
Mapping Exercise

Glass manufacturing process is a very tiresome job and the working near by the furnace makes tasks more difficult for workers as the environment is very hot. Apart from working in a hot environment various awkward postures was adopted while performing various activities which are monotonous and repetitive in nature and resulted in discomfort of various body parts. The workers perform various task and activities in extremely hot environment for at least 6 hours a day. In order to identify the various discomfort body regions, a total of 120 samples were selected conveniently from one of the glass manufacturing unit of Western UP for body mapping exercise. The study findings revealed that 37.50 % respondent reported pain in their wrist followed by lower back (30.82 %) and knee pain (27.50 %.) The other discomfort regions in body were neck, shoulder, upper back, elbow/forearm, thigh and ankle and foot. The problem in the wrist  were more prominent among blowers (59.46 %) followed by ball makers (50.00 %).While problem of lower back found to be more common among blowers (45.95 %) and mold closers(26.92 %) and helpers i.e.30.43 %. Relationship between task performed and the level of discomfort was found to be significant (at 5%) in neck, lower back, wrist/hand and shoulder region. Thus, the study reveals that due to the monotonous, repetitive and continuous task performed by the workers, there is an onset of musculoskeletal discomfort (MSD) which may lead to disorders in due course of time which will affect their life.

Reports of Regional Body Discomfort during Carpenter Apprentice Training

1996 ◽  
Vol 40 (13) ◽  
pp. 688-692
Author(s):  
Peregrin Spielholz ◽  
Steven F. Wiker
Keyword(s):  
Body Region ◽  
Training Effects ◽  
Awareness Training ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Body Regions ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Body Discomfort

Regional discomfort questionnaires were administered to apprentice carpenters at three month intervals for a duration of six months following an ergonomics awareness training as part of apprenticeship school. Reports of frequent musculoskeletal discomfort were reported by between 20 and 29 percent of carpenters for each of the nine body regions with the exception of higher levels for the lower back. Severity ratings and frequency of discomfort were highest for the lower back and hands/wrists. There was no significant difference in reports of musculoskeletal discomfort among the baseline and follow-up questionniares (p > 0.05). The lower back was the only body region showing a decrease in the ratings of discomfort severity during follow-up. Further study of training effects on work methods and discomfort are recommended.

The Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Work-Station Evaluation in Bank Employees

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (02) ◽  
pp. 99-103 ◽  
Author(s):  
Aneela Umar ◽  
Muhammad Kashif ◽  
Nawal Zahid ◽  
Ramsha Sohail ◽  
Aatik Arsh ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
The Body ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Computer Work ◽  
Left Shoulder ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Station ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Bank Employees

Abstract Objective The objective of the study was to evaluate the computer workstation settings and the prevalence of musculoskeletal (MSK) related problems in computer users of bank. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted among100 computer users of State Bank of Pakistan, Faisalabad and National Bank of Pakistan, Faisalabad from March to December 2017. Inclusion criteria of the study were male and female bank workers, age between 25–60 years who use desktop computers for at least 3 h a day and had at least 6 months working experience. Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ) was used to determine prevalence of MSK problems while Rapid Office Strain Assessment (ROSA) tool was used to evaluate Computer Work-Station (CWS) ergonomic parameters. The data was analyzed by descriptive statistics and variant correlation using SPSS version 20. Results The mean CMDQ was higher (43.0 ±33.6) in female than male (16.9±20.8) and there was significant association between gender and total discomfort (P=0.001). The discomfort was higher among females then males. The body parts reported to have the most significant levels of discomfort was the neck and head (mean 3.595±7.49), lower back (2.75±5.39) and right shoulder (mean 2.15±4.32).About 40% subjects suffered from neck pain while the remaining body parts having discomfort were right shoulder (39%), left shoulder (37%), and low back (36%).Almost 90% of the participants had ROSA score greater than 5 that shows that most individuals were at higher risk of ergonomics hazardous. Conclusion The results of the present study demonstrated that MSK discomfort is common among computer users of bank employees and neck, shoulder and lower back region were at greater risk. MSK discomfort was higher in females. Workers are exposed to ergonomic hazards and need immediate improvement.

A study of musculoskeletal strain experienced by nurses

1998 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 123-133
Author(s):  
Luz Hernandez ◽  
Ash Genaidy ◽  
Sue Davis ◽  
Lin Guo ◽  
Ali Alhemoud
Keyword(s):  
Registered Nurses ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Practical Method ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Borg Scale ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Green Zone ◽  
Back Problems ◽  
Body Joints

This study was conducted to determine whether the activities performed by fourteen registered nurses subjected the different body joints to varied levels of musculoskeletal strain. While the present study confirmed the presence of significant lower back problems among nurses, the findings strongly suggest that nurses experienced significant musculoskeletal strain in other body parts/joints. In general, the lower back, neck, shoulder and wrist/hand recorded the highest scores in terms of frequency and severity of musculoskeletal strain. Discomfort increased significantly during the course of time for all body parts. A practical method was proposed for the evaluation of musculoskeletal discomfort on the basis of the Borg scale. The 0-2 range is suggested as a green zone where no action is required. The 3-5 is presented as a yellow zone where caution should be in place and an action plan should be formulated to monitor the jobs in question in the intermediate and long terms. This zone is preserved for cumulative-based ergonomic problems. Finally, the 6-10 range should be regarded as a red zone where an immediate action should be in place because musculoskeletal troubles are around the corner and could occur any time. Again, the red zone is expected to cover acute-based ergonomic deficiencies.

scholarly journals Association between Psychosocial Factors and the Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders among Internship Doctors in Malaysia

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (3.24) ◽  
pp. 8
Author(s):  
Mohd Firdaus Mohd Taib ◽  
Myung Hwan Yun ◽  
Masine Md Tap
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Psychosocial Factors ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Musculoskeletal Symptom ◽  
Psychosocial Stressors ◽  
Body Region ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Body Regions ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Care Workers

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) have been recognized as one of the main occupational health problems among health care workers. Many studies have suggested the influence of psychosocial factors on MSDs. The objective of this study is to look into the association between psychosocial factors and the prevalence of MSDs symptoms among internship doctors. 86 internship doctors completed a questionnaire which consists of demographic data, physical and psychosocial factors as well as musculoskeletal discomfort. Results show that 32.6% of them reported that they have musculoskeletal discomfort at a single body region during the last year, 16.3% reported two regions and 9.3% reported three regions where the most prevalent region affected was the neck area where 27.9% of the respondent reported they experienced symptoms or pain in this region, followed by wrists / hands (26.7%), lower back (19.8%) and upper back (14.0%). Meanwhile, there were association found between psychosocial factors and prevalence of MSDs in certain body regions. For instance, musculoskeletal symptom at neck, wrist/hands, upper and lower back regions have been found to be associated with five psychosocial stressors examined in this study. The results obtained indicate the influence of psychosocial factors on MSDs. 

Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Discomfort Among Workers in a Medical Manufacturing Facility

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Athirah Yusof ◽  
Nurul Shahida Mohd Shalahim
Keyword(s):  
Manufacturing Industry ◽  
Occupational Safety ◽  
Growth Potential ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Manufacturing Facility ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Three Body

Medical manufacturing has shown great growth potential in Malaysia, and this sector has created numerous jobs for both local and foreign workers. The workers involved in this industry are exposed to ergonomic risk factors, which lead to discomfort in different body parts. Despite the numerous studies on occupational hazards and the prevalence of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs), little is known about the prevalence of WMSDs for workers working in the medical manufacturing facility, especially in Malaysia. Thus, the main objective of this study is to identify the prevalence of WMSDs among workers in the selected medical manufacturing industry in Malaysia. Structured interviews using Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ) were conducted among 10 male workers (mean age of 44 ± 10.83 years, age range of 24–55 years, and working experience range of <1–27 years). The results indicate that the workers experienced the highest discomfort in three body parts; (1) lower back, (2) shoulders, and (3) upper back. The discomfort felt by the workers was 74.36%, 8.96% and 5.52% in the lower back, shoulders, and upper back, respectively. The findings of this study will provide an insight that could be useful for managers and occupational safety, and health officers in the medical manufacturing industry to prevent WMSDs.

scholarly journals Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among handloom weavers of Uttarakhand : an ergonomic study

2015 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 102-105 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heena Naz ◽  
Seema Kwatra ◽  
Pragya Ojha
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Body Regions ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Working Postures ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Musculoskeletal Problems ◽  
Upper And Lower Extremities

Long hours of static work with awkward working postures at traditionally designed looms can cause high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among handloom weavers. Because of incompatible working situations handloom weaver in textile industries are confronting with many work related musculoskeletal problems related to pain and discomfort in upper and lower extremities. Keeping this in view, the present study was planned to assess the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and postural discomfort among handloom weavers. For this study, 64 (male and female) handloom weavers aged 20-55 years were selected randomly from Almora and Nainital districts of Uttarakhand state. To collect the information, standardized Nordic questionnaire was used to assess pain and discomfort in different body regions of handloom weavers. It was observed that those workers worked continuously in awkward postures during weaving activities. Consequently they suffered from high discomfort in their different body parts. High rate of pain and musculoskeletal disorder was most prevalent in right wrist, left wrist, hip/thigh, neck and lower back of the workers. The data reveled that since last 12 months, total 76.56 percent workers were suffered with pain and discomfort in right hand and 73.44 percent workers had pain and discomfort in both elbows. During last month, 73.44 percent workers were suffered with pain and discomfort in upper back because of awkward working postures whereas during 7 days, total 59.38 percent workers had pain in lower back. The study indicates that the traditional handloom weaving demands immediate ergonomic intervention in the workstation and process design.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Self-Reported Work-related Musculoskeletal Symptoms among Software Employees in Hyderabad, India

2022 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 69-73
Author(s):  
Madhubabu Kothapalli
Keyword(s):  
Work Performance ◽  
Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽  
Left Shoulder ◽  
Musculoskeletal Discomfort ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Lower Back ◽  
Shoulder Region ◽  
Pain Prevalence ◽  
Software Professionals

Background: This study has been carried out to analyze the prevalence of self-reported work-related musculoskeletal symptoms among software professionals and to utilize the findings to design an effective preventive interventional program for WRMSDs. Subjects & Methods: This cross-sectional descriptive data analysis was done among 665 software employees both male and female from various companies in Q city Tech Park, Hyderabad. Data collected with “Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire” (CMDQ). Results: A total of 640 subjects were eligible for this study. Prevalence of WRMSDs to be 67%. The most common sites of reported symptoms are neck (65.0%), upper back (56.4%), lower back (62.6%), right shoulder (41.4%), left shoulder (35.4%) and right thigh (41.4%). Women were more likely to report symptoms in neck, lower back and both shoulder region than men (p<0.05). Discomforts in neck, lower back and right shoulder are greatly shown impact on work performance. Conclusion: WRMSDs are highly prevalent is software professionals and women at more risk than men. These findings indicate the need for more attention to WRMSDs and design of effective preventive strategies. Keywords: musculoskeletal pain, Prevalence, software professionals, work related musculoskeletal disorders.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders: Psychological and Physical Risk Factors

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (17) ◽  
pp. 9361
Author(s):  
K. Saraswathi Krishnan ◽  
Gunasunderi Raju ◽  
Omar Shawkataly
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Female Gender ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽  
Body Region ◽  
Left Shoulder ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Lower Back

Purpose—This study aimed to estimate the prevalence and risk factors of MSD pain in various anatomical regions among nurses. Method—A cross-sectional study involving a self-administered questionnaire by registered nurses with clinical experience. Data was collected using convenience sampling after obtaining informed consent. The results were drawn from a total of 300 nurses. Results—The nurses presented with occasional mental exhaustion (44.3%) and often physical exhaustion (44.0%). Almost all (97.3%) the nurses complained of having work-related pain during the last 12 months. Body parts with the most pain were the lower back (86.7%), ankles (86.7%), neck (86.0%), shoulders (85.0%), lower legs (84.7%) and upper back (84.3%). The pain frequency was rated as occasional pain for the neck and upper back, pain was often felt for the rest of the parts. Nurses complained of severe pain in the lower back (19.7%), right shoulder (29.7%) and left shoulder (30.3%). The frequency of having musculoskeletal symptoms in any body region was increased with age, lower education level, female gender, high BMI, job tenure and lifestyle. Conclusions—Nurses’ WRMSD complaints should be taken seriously to curb further risk and musculoskeletal hazards.

Conspecifics of the Striped Lava Lizard are able to distinguish sex and male colour morphs in apparently homogeneous dull dorsal colouration

2019 ◽  
Vol 40 (2) ◽  
pp. 149-162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andre C. Bruinjé ◽  
Mauricio O. Moura ◽  
Bruno S. Maggi ◽  
Vinicius A. São-Pedro ◽  
Daniel M.A. Pessoa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Region ◽  
Body Parts ◽  
Adult Males ◽  
Intraspecific Interactions ◽  
Body Regions ◽  
Animal Colouration ◽  
Colour Morphs ◽  
Lava Lizard ◽  
Uv Reflection ◽  
Colour Classes

Abstract Animal colouration plays a key role in inter and intraspecific interactions, pre-eminently in mate signalling. When multiple types of colouration occur within sexes it is possible that they show alternative reproductive strategies. In lizards, most colouration studies do not incorporate how colour is perceived by conspecifics. Here, we used unbiased colour analysis methods (spectrophotometry and visual modelling) to test for sexual dimorphism and within male dichromatism in the Striped Lava Lizard. We found that males express two distinct colourations that are different from females in several dorsal and ventral body regions. Our results showed UV reflection at the throat, an important body region for signalling. Ventral patches, the coloured badge seen in adult males of Tropidurus spp., have two distinct colour classes within males (Y and B males). Morphs are best discriminated by blue and yellow chroma, and brightness. Body size had little influence on colouration, suggesting that colour may be linked to inheritance rather than growth. Our study clearly shows sexual dichromatism and the existence of colour morphs in this species. Moreover, morph differences in colouration are perceptible by conspecifics. These differences are not only between ventral patches, but also in other body parts such as the dorsum, previously considered as cryptic by human observers. We suggest that colouration at the ventral patches and throat might play a role in intraspecific interactions. Patches increase colour intensity during breeding season and are likely to be costly by pigment-based expression, whereas throat’s UV reflection might have a cost infringed by conspicuousness.

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