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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Darja Kaluznaja, Jelena Reste, Ivars Vanadzins, Svetlana Lakisa, Maija Eglite
Summary: The problem of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) is increasing in Latvia, causing pain and disability for many employees. A study found a high prevalence of painful health conditions among Latvian workers, particularly in the lower back. Urgent attention to diagnosis, treatment, and prevention is needed to ensure the musculoskeletal health and productivity of this population.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Orthopedics
Raghad Hashim, Afraa Salah, Fatemeh Mayahi, Saeedeh Haidary
Summary: The study aimed to determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain (MSP) among dental students in the UAE and found that factors such as lack of exercise, history of trauma, longer clinical sessions, and higher BMI were significantly associated with MSP. The high prevalence of MSP highlights the need for increased awareness and attention from dental colleges to address this issue among students.
BMC MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
(2021)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Tamal Kanti Kairi, Sanghamitra Dey
Summary: This study assessed work-related musculoskeletal symptoms among tea garden workers and found a high prevalence rate. Ergonomic interventions such as reducing weight load, job rotation, and taking short breaks can help reduce these symptoms.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Monica Macri, Natali V. Galindo Flores, Riccardo Stefanelli, Francesco Pegreffi, Felice Festa
Summary: This study aimed to explore the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among dental practitioners in Italy and Peru, and its relationship with environmental conditions, lifestyle, and drug consumption. The results showed a high prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among dental practitioners in both countries, suggesting the need for improvements in ergonomics and physical activity to reduce its occurrence.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Shekhar Y. Bhojraj, Anand A. Bang, Mahesh Deshmukh, Sameer Kalkotwar, Vinay R. Joshi, Tushar Yarmal, Raghu Varma, Yogeshwar V. Kalkonde, Abhay T. Bang
Summary: A population-based study in rural India revealed a high prevalence of back and neck pain among adults, with non-specific low back pain and neck pain being the most common diagnoses. This suggests a need for systematic training of healthcare workers to manage these conditions in rural areas.
JOURNAL OF GLOBAL HEALTH
(2021)
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Health Care Sciences & Services
Yong-Hsin Chen, Ying-Hsiang Chou, Tsung-Yuan Yang, Gwo-Ping Jong
Summary: Previous research indicates that chronic diseases can be caused by musculoskeletal (MS) pain and poor sleep. It is important to note that coffee, due to its caffeine content, can negatively affect sleep duration, efficiency, and quality. This study examines the impact of frequent coffee consumption (two cups per day) on individuals experiencing MS pain and insufficient sleep during the COVID-19 period. The findings highlight a two-way relationship between long-term coffee drinking, shorter sleep duration, and neck/shoulder pain, suggesting that reducing coffee intake to less than two cups per day is advisable for individuals with MS pain or less than 6 hours of sleep.
JOURNAL OF PERSONALIZED MEDICINE
(2023)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Kazutaka Nozawa, Satoshi Matsuyama, Shingo Higa, Yuji Yamamoto, Yuko Asami
Summary: This study assesses the potential benefit of a behavioural change programme for working individuals with chronic pain or headache, by examining physician consultation rates after participating in the programme. The results show an increased physician consultation rate for both chronic pain and headache patients after participating in the programme.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Hyun-Jin Park, Byung-Yong Jeong
Summary: The study found that older male construction workers have lower educational backgrounds and average salaries. Workers aged 60 or over had higher exposure to risk factors and higher complaint rates of hearing problems, overall fatigue, backache, upper limb pain, or lower limb pain. The study also showed a high prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders, overall fatigue, and depression symptoms among elderly male construction workers, highlighting the need for comprehensive support to improve both working conditions and psychological health.
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Clinical Neurology
Sager Holyl Alruwaili, Ashokkumar Thirunavukkarasu, Raghdah Muharib Alanazi, Amani Yasr Alsharari, Danah Khalid Alruwaili, Hanaa Abdalkreem Alenzi, Aryam Nafea Alruwaili, Ghadah Qasem Alruwaili
Summary: This study evaluated the prevalence, pattern, and associated factors for musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among healthcare workers (HCWs) in northern Saudi Arabia. It found that the most commonly affected body regions were the neck, shoulder, and lower back. MSDs showed significant associations with physical activity, obesity status, and ergonomic training.
JOURNAL OF PAIN RESEARCH
(2023)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Yunzhi Lin, Xuehui Zhang, Hongyan Li, Ying Huang, Wenming Zhang, Chaofan Zhang
Summary: The prevalence of musculoskeletal pain (MSP) is high among Chinese medical and dental students, especially for neck pain and low back pain. Female sex, stress levels, and major of study are risk factors for MSP. Students have a low intention to seek treatment for MSP, which is determined by the severity of pain.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Cesar Fernandez-de-las-Penas, Ignacio Cancela-Cilleruelo, Paloma Moro-Lopez-Menchero, Jorge Rodriguez-Jimenez, Victor Gomez-Mayordomo, Juan Torres-Macho, Oscar J. Pellicer-Valero, Jose D. Martin-Guerrero, Valentin Hernandez-Barrera, Lars Arendt-Nielsen
Summary: This study compared the prevalence of musculoskeletal post-COVID pain in COVID-19 survivors infected with different SARS-CoV-2 variants. The findings showed that patients infected with the historical variant had the highest prevalence of musculoskeletal pain, with generalized pain symptoms being most common.
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Environmental Sciences
Dorjana Zerbo Sporin, Ziga Kozinc, Ticijana Prijon, Nejc Sarabon
Summary: Musculoskeletal disorders, particularly low back disorders, are the most common work-related health problems. This study analyzed nationwide data from Slovenia between 2015 and 2019 to examine sick leave rates due to work-related low back disorders by gender, age, and economic activities. The findings highlighted a high prevalence of sick leaves among young male workers in mining and quarrying, and emphasized the importance of addressing the duration and demands of low back disorders in the agriculture, forestry, and fishing industry.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
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Medicine, General & Internal
Amensisa Hailu Tesfaye, Belay Desye, Garedew Tadege Engdaw
Summary: This study explored the prevalence and factors associated with work-related musculoskeletal disorders among cashiers in small-scale businesses in Northwestern Ethiopia. The results revealed that marital status, lack of physical exercise, alcohol consumption, and awkward work posture were significant factors associated with work-related musculoskeletal disorders among cashiers.
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Benjamaporn Hancharoenkul, Leonard Joseph, Peanchai Khamwong, Ubon Pirunsan
Summary: The prevalence rate of work-related musculoskeletal pain (WMSP) was high among poultry slaughterhouse workers (PSW) in the shoulders, wrists/hands, lower back, and neck regions. However, PSW with WMSP reported only mild to moderate disability in the work.
INTERNATIONAL ARCHIVES OF OCCUPATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH
(2022)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Muhammad Kashif, Abdulaziz Albalwi, Abdul Raqib, Maryam Farooq, Rafi Ullah, Mudassar Sakoor, Zaid Kamran
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence, pain characteristics, and associated risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders among construction workers in Pakistan. Lower back pain was found to be the most common type of pain. The study highlights the importance of targeted preventive healthcare measures for construction workers, as musculoskeletal pain can lead to absence from work and disability in performing normal daily activities.
WORK-A JOURNAL OF PREVENTION ASSESSMENT & REHABILITATION
(2022)
