scholarly journals Physical Risk Factors Associated with the Work-Related Neck/Cervical Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Review

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-60 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yun Sun ◽  
Ashish D Nimbarte ◽  
Hossein Motabar
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Spine ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Physical Risk ◽  
Physical Risk Factors ◽  
Spine Disorders

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) of the neck or cervical spine result in longer sick leaves, substantial levels of human suffering, and high costs for society. Epidemiological studies clearly indicate strong associations between MSD of the neck and the work activities requiring forceful arm exertions and heavy lifting. However, most of the existing studies that evaluate the neck or cervical spine disorders focus mainly on exertions demanding sustained neck postures of repetitive arm exertions. The purpose of this study is to conduct a systematic review of existing epidemiological and experimental studies that evaluates neck or cervical spine disorders and identify the gaps in the literature for future research.

scholarly journals Quantitative Measures of Physical Risk Factors Associated with Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Elbow: A Systematic Review

2019 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 130 ◽  
Author(s):  
David H. Seidel ◽  
Dirk M. Ditchen ◽  
Ulrike M. Hoehne-Hückstädt ◽  
Monika A. Rieger ◽  
Benjamin Steinhilber
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Special Focus ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Physical Risk ◽  
Physical Risk Factors

Background: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders at the elbow are a common health problem, which highly impacts workers’ well-being and performance. Besides existing qualitative information, there is a clear lack of quantitative information of physical risk factors associated with specific disorders at the elbow (SDEs). Objective: To provide evidence-based quantitative measures of physical risk factors associated with SDEs. Methods: Studies were searched from 2007 to 2017 in Medline, EMBASE, and Cochrane Work. The identified risk factors were grouped in main- and sub-categories of exposure using the Grading of Recommendations, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) framework for rating evidence. Results: 133 different risk-factor specifications were identified in 10/524 articles and were grouped into 5 main- and 16 sub-categories of exposure. The risk factors were significantly associated with lateral epicondylitis, medial epicondylitis, or ulnar neuropathy. Significant risk factors such as wrist angular velocity (5°/s, with increasing prevalence ratio of 0.10%/(°/s), or forearm supination (≥45° and ≥5% of time combined with forceful lifting) were found. Conclusions: This review delivers a categorization of work-related physical risk-factor specifications for SDEs with a special focus on quantitative measures, ranked for evidence. These results may build the base for developing risk assessment methods and prospective preventive measures.

A Conceptual Model of Work Productivity Associated with Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Industrial Repetitive Task

2013 ◽  
Vol 845 ◽  
pp. 623-626
Author(s):  
Nurhayati Mohd Nur ◽  
Siti Zawiah Md Dawal ◽  
Mahidzal Dahari
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Productivity Loss ◽  
Work Productivity ◽  
Time Loss ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Physical Risk ◽  
Physical Risk Factors ◽  
The Relationship

The performance of workers is a very important factor that could affect the overall productivity result. In the industrial repetitive task, the performance of direct workers has a significant impact on the work productivity. In this kind of task, the work productivity loss is not only seen from time loss but also due to functional incapacity of the workers. The workers are present at work but functionally limited due to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs). There are various studies which have reported on the effects of WMSDs on the work productivity, but few attempts have been made to investigate the relationship. This study aims to develop a conceptual model of work productivity associated with WMSDs as an aid to identify the relationship between the risks of WMSDs and the work productivity. The knowledge on the relationship is important to reduce the risk of WMSDs and at the same time can optimize the work productivity. A conceptual model of work productivity associated with WMSDs in the industrial repetitive task was developed based on the review on the existing models and theories. The factors involved in the model were discussed. The factors involved were work-related physical risk factors, muscle fatigue, work-related musculoskeletal disorders and work productivity.

Psychophysiology: The Missing Link in Macroergonomic Models of Musculoskeletal Disorders

2000 ◽  
Vol 44 (12) ◽  
pp. 2-733-2-734
Author(s):  
Lawrence M. Schleifer ◽  
Ronald Ley ◽  
Thomas W. Spalding
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Work Stress ◽  
Epidemiological Studies ◽  
Stress Factors ◽  
Causal Role ◽  
Missing Link ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
The Relationship

This presentation proposes that psychophysiology is a bridge between macroergonomic factors and work-related musculoskeletal disorders. It is argued that the causal role of macroergonomic factors in musculoskeletal disorders is best understood through the application of psychophysiological models, methods, and measures. A psychophysiological approach provides for a more definitive and finer grain analysis of the relationship between macroergonomic factors and musculoskeletal disorders than is possible with correlational epidemiological studies. It is concluded that psychophysiology provides a biological plausible explanation for how work stress factors contribute to musculokskeletal disorders.

Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Plastic Surgeons: A Systematic Review

2017 ◽  
Vol 34 (08) ◽  
pp. 553-562 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sherise Epstein ◽  
Bao Tran ◽  
Avery Capone ◽  
Qing Ruan ◽  
Bernard Lee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Disease Burden ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Epidemiologic Studies ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Future Directions ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders

Background To date, no review has been conducted on the growing body of literature describing various work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs), ergonomic hazards, and potential interventions relevant to plastic surgeons. This systematic review sought to (1) define the scope of coverage of this important issue in the peer-reviewed literature; (2) critically assess the evidence; and (3) provide recommendations for future directions. Methods We conducted a literature search of MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, and PubMed from the inception of each database until 2016. All articles reporting on work-related MSDs or ergonomics among plastic surgeons were reviewed, summarized, and assessed for trends. Results Sixteen articles met our inclusion criteria including five expert opinions, four cross-sectional studies and case reports/series, one review, and six experimental studies. Four articles presented evidence on disease burden. The most commonly described work-related MSD was cervical spine disease, for which one study reported a career prevalence of 24.7% (point prevalence in the general population: 0.1–0.4%); three studies reported 64 cases of surgeon work-related MSD resulting in surgical intervention, decreased productivity, or involuntary early retirement. Eight studies described interventions, most of which aimed to improve the ergonomics of microsurgery. Conclusion This review found low-level evidence of plastic surgeons' vulnerability to a work-related MSD at times severe enough to end careers. Further investigation is needed to clearly define this important problem in plastic surgery. Specifically, future directions should include more methodologically rigorous epidemiologic studies evaluating disease burden.

scholarly journals Interventions commonly used to prevent work-related musculoskeletal disorders among healthcare workers

2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (5) ◽  
pp. 371-383 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sanpatchaya Sirisawasd ◽  
Sasitorn Taptagaporn ◽  
Chaweewon Boonshuyar ◽  
Poramet Earde
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Effective Interventions ◽  
Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to review the prevalence and risk factors of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) among healthcare workers (HCWs) in order to ascertain the occupation with the highest susceptibility to WMSD in the health sector. This paper will also review the effective interventions which have been used to prevent WMSDs among HCWs. Design/methodology/approach This study is a literature review of 11 papers related to the prevalence and risk factors of WMSDs and 12 papers about the interventions being used to prevent WMSDs among HCWs. The papers were retrieved from respectable databases such as PubMed, Science Direct, Google Scholar and E-Thesis. Findings Nurses belong to the major group of HCWs who had the highest prevalence of WMSDs compared with other health professionals and other hospital workers. Although there are several interventions being commonly used to prevent WMSD risk factors, some interventions were unsuccessful in the prevention of WMSDs in healthcare tasks. Therefore, it is necessary that future research focuses on the tasks of HCWs that are WMSD risk factors and tries to innovate or redesign ergonomic workstations to prevent those risk factors. Originality/value The expected benefit of this study is to motivate ergonomists to provide appropriate and innovative interventions to ensure health and safety for nurses and other HCWs.

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