- Tytuł:
- Musculoskeletal Symptoms in Workers
- Autorzy:
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Ghasemkhani, M.
Mahmudi, E.
Jabbari, H. - Powiązania:
- https://bibliotekanauki.pl/articles/90334.pdf
- Data publikacji:
- 2008
- Wydawca:
- Centralny Instytut Ochrony Pracy
- Tematy:
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musculoskeletal disorders
prevalence
packing
repetitive movements
awkward postures - Opis:
- Self-report measures of musculoskeletal discomfort are a widely used and generally accepted risk factor for musculoskeletal disorders in epidemiologic research. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms in packing workers. A cross-sectional study of 75 workers was carried out using a modified Nordic questionnaire. Prevalence was determined with the percentage of positive responses to questions on musculoskeletal symptoms. Odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals were the measures of association between prevalent musculoskeletal symptoms and demographic factors; they were determined with logistic regression. Most musculoskeletal symptoms in workers were from the low back (44.0%), shoulders (33.3%) and neck (32.0%). Years worked were strongly significantly associated with musculoskeletal symptoms and pain in the neck, shoulders and wrists/hands, P < .001–.050. Hazards related to repetitive movements and discomfort postures could be reduced with stretching exercises, rotation schedules and through new engineering solutions.
- Źródło:
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International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics; 2008, 14, 4; 455--462
1080-3548 - Pojawia się w:
- International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics
- Dostawca treści:
- Biblioteka Nauki
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