scholarly journals PREVALENCE OF MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS AMONG THE CARE GIVERS OF PHYSICALLY DISABLED CHILDREN

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 19-24
Author(s):  
Shujaat Hussain Memon ◽  
Fiza Memon
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Disabled Children ◽  
Handicapped Children ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Care Givers ◽  
Prior Consent ◽  
Physically Disabled Children ◽  
Physically Handicapped ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder

BACKGROUND AND AIMS It has been estimated that 14-17% of the cases referred to primary care consultations are related to musculoskeletal disorders. The study was aimed to determine prevalence of Work Related Musculoskeletal disorder among care givers of physically handicapped children. METHOD The study includes a sample size of 187 caregivers of physically handicapped children. Two differently self-designed questionnaires were used to gather information from the clinician and the parents separately. The data was collected only once from the participants. It was assured that the data would be used only for research purpose, prior consent was taken before administering the questionnaire.

Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Sonography and the Alexander Technique

Ultrasound ◽  
2008 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 213-219 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vivien Gibbs ◽  
Pat Young
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
The Body ◽  
Alexander Technique ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Television Monitor ◽  
Repetitive Movements ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Initial Results

Work-related musculoskeletal disorder (WRMSD) is a problem affecting growing numbers of sonographers. The condition often leads to considerable pain for the individuals concerned and inconvenience for departments struggling to cope with increasing workloads. Employers and equipment manufacturers are making efforts to address the problem, but the number of cases of WRMSD continues to increase. This study looks at a different approach to tackling the problem, introducing student sonographers to a technique often used in other professions to overcome stress and damage to the body caused by repetitive movements. The 'Alexander technique' (AT) is a method of increasing an individual's awareness of their body and mind when performing an activity. In a profession such as sonography, where the practitioner is concentrating for long periods of time on interpreting images on a television monitor, the position and movement of the body is usually ignored. By working with a skilled teacher, individuals can be shown how to work more effectively, leading to a possible reduction in stress to the body. Initial results indicate that AT has potential to be of benefit to sonographers in preventing or reducing the incidence of WRMSD; further work is planned.

scholarly journals Resiko Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder Pada Relawan Tanggap Bencana

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-22
Author(s):  
Raihasih Imtinaniyah Defanera ◽  
Meiza Annisa
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder

Peningkatan kesehatan fisik bagi relawan adalah salah satu cara program mitigasi bencana karena dengan memanagemen fisik dari relawan akan meningkatkan kapasitas proteksi diri dalam tanggap bencana. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui faktor resiko Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders pada Relawan Kebencanaan.  Metodologi Berupa studi pustaka yang memfokuskan kepada kajian artikel, buku dan sumber lain. Kesimpulan : Cidera dan work related musculoskeletal disorders sangatlah tinggi untuk itu harus memperhatikan benar bagaimana pergerakan suatu fungsi tubuh yang menggunakan pergerakan secara manual untuk sebuah pemindahan objek. Sudah saatnya pekerja tanggap bencana memperhatikan pencegahan faktor resiko yang mungkin saja dialami. tujuan Penelitian ini bertujuan mengetahui faktor resiko Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders pada Relawan Kebencanaan

scholarly journals Prevalence of work related musculoskeletal disorders among canteen staff of Kathmandu University

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 162-167
Author(s):  
Nishchal Ratna Shakya ◽  
Shreya Shrestha
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Demographic Data ◽  
Musculoskeletal Symptoms ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Heavy Loads ◽  
Repetitive Activities ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder

Background: Work related musculoskeletal disorders are common complaint at workplace and is a leading cause of illness. A kitchen worker’s work consists of continuous long standing hours, awkward positions, lifting heavy loads and repetitive activities. The prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders is related to demographic factors, occupational, psychosocial factors and ergonomic risk factors at workplace. Canteen staffs are considered to be at higher risk of having musculoskeletal disorders. Objectives: To evaluate the prevalence of work related musculoskeletal disorders among the canteen staffs of Kathmandu University and to find association between risk factor and musculoskeletal disorders among the canteen staffs. Methodology: We carried out a cross-sectional descriptive study interviewing 40 participants for filling the demographic data and the standardized Nordic questionnaires for assessing the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among the canteen staffs of Kathmandu University. Data were analyzed using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences version 16. Results: We found that out of 40 participants, 60% reported having at least one work related musculoskeletal symptoms in the past 12 month. Back pain (35%) was most commonly reported disorder followed by neck (27.5%) and ankle pain (27.5%). Conclusion: Prevalence of work related musculoskeletal disorder among the canteen staffs of Kathmandu University was found to be high. So it is essential to take necessary steps to minimize musculoskeletal disorder and develop preventive strategies.

scholarly journals Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorder (WRMD) among Production Operators: Studies of Differences in Age and Gender

2018 ◽  
Vol 1049 ◽  
pp. 012023 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nor Hazana Abdullah ◽  
Nor Aziati Abdul Hamid ◽  
Eta Wahab ◽  
Alina Shamsuddin ◽  
Rosli Asmawi
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Age And Gender ◽  
Work Related ◽  
And Gender ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder

scholarly journals Correlation between thumb length on handgrip strength, hand dexterity and musculoskeletal problem among dental professional

2016 ◽  
Vol 19 (3) ◽  
pp. 23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tilak Francis ◽  
Siva Anandhi
Keyword(s):  
Grip Strength ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Hand Grip Strength ◽  
Dominant Hand ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Finger Dexterity ◽  
Hand Grip ◽  
Dental Practitioners ◽  
Dental Professional ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder

<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The  key  factor  for  potency  of  the  teeth  is  their  muscular  strength.  The dominant  hand  plays  an  important  role  in  most  of  the  daily  muscular  activities  involving  dental  procedure.  There  are  many  factors,  which  may  affect  the  grip strength,  and  very  few  studies  especially  in  India  have  shown  their  correlation with  grip  strength. Work related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSD) are an important occupational health problem affecting dental practitioners. This study assessed the prevalence of WRMSD in dental interns in relation to the thumb length and hand grip strength. <strong>Material and Methods</strong>: Thumb  length  template,  jammer  dynamometer,  nine-hole  peg board,  and RULA   assessment. Methods: Thumb  length  was measured  by  thumb  length template.  Grip  strength was measured  by  jammer  dynamometer, unilateral  hand  finger  dexterity was measured  by  nine-hole  pegboard,  and  work  related  musculoskeletal  disorder  was assessed  by  RULA. <strong>Results</strong>: Thumb  length was  positively   correlated  with  grip  strength  and  work related  musculoskeletal  disorder.  Thumb  length  was  negatively  correlated  with unilateral  hand  finger  dexterity  among  dental  professionals. <strong>Conclusion</strong>: Thumb  length  is  a  better  predictor  for  measuring  hand  grip strength   and   work related musculoskeletal   disorder,   than    unilateral   hand   finger dexterity.</p><p><strong>Keywords</strong></p><p>Dental professional; Hand grip strength; Thumb length; Unilateral hand finger dexterity; Work related musculoskeletal disorder.                                            </p>

scholarly journals Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Electrical, Telecommunication and Instrument Mechanics of Armed forces

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-27
Author(s):  
Dave Roli ◽  
Irani Ali ◽  
Vikram Neekhra
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorder ◽  
Working Hours ◽  
Armed Forces ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
High Prevalence ◽  
Smoking Control ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorder

Background: Modern defence system has a significant role of electrical, electronic and instrument technicians in armed forces. Despite their intensive role, little is known about work-related musculoskeletal disorder in these technicians. Objective: To investigate the prevalence of the work-related musculoskeletal disorder in defence personnel involved in electrical and electronic maintenance and repairs. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out for 3 years, in Electrical, telecom and instrument defence technicians (N = 164). Prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorder was assessed using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire. Effect of age, working hours, work experience, Basal metabolic index and type of job on the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorder was investigated using logistic regression analysis. Results: A total of 119 (72.56%) respondents reported work-related musculoskeletal disorder with 53.04% multiples & 19.51% single work-related musculoskeletal disorder. Simultaneous presence of neck, shoulder and upper back work-related musculoskeletal disorder were observed. Highest rate of work-related musculoskeletal disorder was in neck (44.44%), followed by shoulder (27.16%), ankle/ foot (14.81%), elbow/ forearm (12.96%), low back (11.72%) and wrist/ finger (9.87%). Neck (44%) related work-related musculoskeletal disorder were highest across all job crafts. Work experience (p = 0.012; OR = 0.87; 95% CI – 0.78- 0.97), working hours (p  = 0.031; OR= 1.73, 95% CI – 0.58-5.12) smoking (p = 0.00 ; OR = 5.3,  95 % CI = 4.3 – 8.48) and job crafts like electrician (p = 0.434; OR = 1.89, 95% CI = 1.08-3.31) and telecom mechanics (p = 0.026; OR = 1.26, 95% CI  =0.74 – 2.15) were significantly associated as risk factors of work-related musculoskeletal disorder. Conclusion: High prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorder was observed in electrical, telecommunication & instrument mechanics, with higher multiple work-related musculoskeletal disorder. Working hours, work experience, job craft and smoking were highly associated with a work-related musculoskeletal disorder. We suggest suitable ergonomic intervention and awareness program along with smoking control drive to reduce the risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorder.

A Look at Mainstreaming in Light of Children's Attitudes toward the Handicapped

1978 ◽  
Vol 46 (3) ◽  
pp. 1019-1021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thomas S. Parish ◽  
Robert L. Ohlsen ◽  
Joycelyn G. Parish
Keyword(s):  
Emotionally Disturbed ◽  
Learning Disabled ◽  
Personal Attribute ◽  
Disabled Children ◽  
Grade School ◽  
School Students ◽  
Normal Children ◽  
Handicapped Children ◽  
Physically Handicapped ◽  
Best Fit

Mainstreaming is a legislative reality, yet there is still a question as to whether non-handicapped students are prepared for it. In the present study 131 grade school students were each asked to select from the Personal Attribute Inventory for Children 15 adjectives which best fit three groups of handicapped children as well as normal children. The groups were described in a hierarchical fashion: “normal children” were rated most favorably, then “physically handicapped children,” “learning disabled children,” and “emotionally disturbed children.”

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