scholarly journals Assessment of Postural effect on Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders and Back Muscle Fatigue among the Goldsmiths of India

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 16-22
Author(s):  
Tirthankar Ghosh
Keyword(s):  
Muscle Fatigue ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Trunk Muscles ◽  
Questionnaire Study ◽  
Physical Work ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Back Muscle ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Postural Effect

Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) may be defined as injuries and disorders of the muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, joints, cartilage and spinal disc. This may occur due to improper physical work activities or appalling workplace conditions. Awkward or extreme postures are less efficient than posture keep joints near the center of their range of motion.Objective: The objective of the current study was to assessment of postural effect on work related musculoskeletal disorders and back muscle fatigue among the goldsmiths of India.Methods: In this current study, the experiment was performed on 100 male goldsmiths. A detailed questionnaire study on discomfort feeling was done and analysis of body posture by Rapid Upper Limb Assessment was done to evaluate the work stress during their job. Electromyographic activity was collected from ten major trunk muscles sites which consist of right and left muscle.Result: From the analysis, it was revealed that musculoskeletal disorders were the major problem of the goldsmiths. Moreover questionnaire study revealed that most of the workers were affected by pain at Neck (80%), Low back (91%), Wrist (45%), Shoulder (20%). Decreased in RMS and MedF of all the ten major trunk muscles were observed at the end of the every work cycle, which indicating that muscular fatigue was induced by the Gold Smiths tasks.Conclusion: From this study it can be concluded that the goldsmiths are working in awkward and forward bending postures for prolonged period of time with the potential risks of musculoskeletal disorders primarily affecting the low-back and neck region of the body. This can be attributed by the improper design of the workstation.

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. 

scholarly journals The prevalence of musculoskeletal diseases among casual dock workers

2012 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 243-250 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marlise Capa Verde de Almeida ◽  
Marta Regina Cezar-Vaz ◽  
Jorgana Fernanda de Souza Soares ◽  
Mara Regina Santos da Silva
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Medical Service ◽  
Musculoskeletal Diseases ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Ethical Aspects ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Clinical Support ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Dock Workers

This study identified the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among casual dockworkers. This is a retrospective and quantitative study, the data sources of which included the medical files of dockworkers from 2000 to 2009. Data were collected in a medical service for dockworkers using a previously developed form; descriptive quantitative analysis was performed. Ethical aspects were complied with. A total of 15.8% of the diagnoses identified among male workers referred to musculoskeletal disorders. Individuals older than 52 years of age and with more than 21 years working in the field predominated. The most frequent musculoskeletal diseases included low back pain (38.8%), tendinitis (19.7%), and neck pain (12.5%). These diseases can be prevented through health interventions, confirming the importance of developing clinical support in nursing in order to improve the quality of life of dockworkers.

scholarly journals Association of working hours, job position, and BMI with work-related musculoskeletal disorders among the physiotherapists of Gujarat—an observational study

2021 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vivek H. Ramanandi ◽  
Anjan R. Desai
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Working Hours ◽  
Low Back ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Job Position

Abstract Background Physiotherapists are prone to develop work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). Region wise distribution and frequency of work disturbance have been studied in physiotherapists but exploration of the probable association of working hours, job position, and body mass index (BMI) with WMSDs is not adequately done in the Gujarat, India. Hence, the present study was undertaken to investigate these aspects among the physiotherapists of Gujarat. Results An online cross-sectional survey including 322 physiotherapists was conducted and the data was collected after gaining informed electronic consent. Present study showed no significant co-relation between job position (0.602), weekly working hours (0.930), and BMI (0.589) with WMSDs prevalence. The 1-year work disturbance and 1-week musculoskeletal difficulties were found to be due to low back-related complaints (35.09%, 33.85%). Conclusion It is inferred that high prevalence of WMSDs in physiotherapists may be due to one of various factors including job position, working hours, and BMI but they are not significantly correlated with WMSDs.

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