Analysis of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Pain in Bus Drivers - A Cross -sectional Study

Geete, Dipti Baban; Mhatre, Bhavana Suhas; Mehta, Amita; Lokhande, Madhavi

doi:10.5958/j.0973-5674.7.2.013

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“…A recent literature review found that a high prevalence of upper quadrant musculoskeletal pain in the neck (42.4%) and shoulder (39.2%) regions, respectively, among professional bus drivers was higher than the global 12-month prevalence of shoulder pain in the general public (36.7%) (Joseph et al, 2020). This finding along with other studies indicated that professional bus drivers are at a high risk of developing upper quadrant musculoskeletal pain (Geete et al, 2013; Joseph et al, 2020). However, to date, no studies have investigated the patterns of SD among professional bus drivers.…”

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A Clinical Evaluation of Scapular Dyskinesis Among Professional Bus Drivers With Unilateral Upper Quadrant Musculoskeletal Pain

Sattasuk

Sitilertpisan

Joseph

et al. 2021

Workplace Health Saf

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Background: Professional bus drivers report a high prevalence of upper quadrant musculoskeletal pain which could be associated with scapular dyskinesis (SD). However, the evidence for valid and reliable screening methods for this condition is limited as SD among bus drivers is an emerging area of research. Therefore, the main aim of the study was to investigate the reliability of dynamic scapular motion test (DSMT) using video analysis as an accurate method to evaluate SD and to identify patterns of SD among bus drivers. Methods: In total, 32 bus drivers from a private bus company with unilateral upper quadrant musculoskeletal pain participated in the study. The DSMT was conducted and the SD was captured in the video during shoulder flexion–abduction movements. Two investigators analyzed the video recordings and identified the patterns of SD. The intra- and interrater reliability were determined using the percentage of agreement and weighted Kappa coefficients (Kw). Descriptive analysis was used to examine the patterns of SD. Findings: The intra- and interrater reliability of DSMT using video analysis were excellent (Kw coefficient: 0.762–0.878 and 0.87–1.00, respectively). About 56.2% and 53.1% of bus drivers presented SD with the shoulder flexion and abduction movements during DSMT. Medial border prominence (Type II pattern of SD) was identified as the common pattern of SD. Conclusion/Application to practice: The DSMT using video analysis showed excellent intra- and interrater reliability to evaluate SD. Occupational health practitioners can consider DSMT using video analysis to identify SD among people with upper quadrant musculoskeletal pain at the workplace.

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A Clinical Evaluation of Scapular Dyskinesis Among Professional Bus Drivers With Unilateral Upper Quadrant Musculoskeletal Pain

Sattasuk

Sitilertpisan

Joseph

et al. 2021

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“…A risk of bias tool was used to assess the quality of cross-sectional studies. 18 This tool assesses external validity through four items (1)(2)(3)(4), and evaluates internal validity using six items (5)(6)(7)(8)(9)(10). Case-control and prospective cohort studies were assessed using the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale for observational studies.…”

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“…Professional drivers are defined as those people whose key task is to operate a motor vehicle as their main occupational activity 9 . Previous research has reported high prevalence of MSP in bus drivers (80%), 10 truck drivers (81%), 11 and taxi drivers (71%), 1 with low back pain (LBP) being one of the most commonly reported MSPs 12‐14 . Other types of MSP such as shoulder and knee pain are also reported among the professional driving populations 15,16 .…”

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Prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among professional drivers: A systematic review

Joseph

Standen

Paungmali

et al. 2020

Journal of Occupational Health

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Objectives Professional drivers are at high risk of developing musculoskeletal pain (MSP) due to risk factors such as prolonged sitting, whole body vibration, awkward posture, and repetitive actions. This review investigates the reported prevalence of MSP among professional drivers. Methods An electronic search of Medline (1946 + via OvidSP), Embase (1974 + OvidSP), CINAHL (1982+), AMED, PubMed, and Web of Science from 1990 to July 2019 was performed. Methodological quality of studies was assessed using three quality assessment tools for cross‐sectional, case‐control, and prospective cohort studies. The prevalence of MSP was reported using descriptive analysis. Results A total of 56 studies conducted in 23 different countries across a total of 14 types of occupational transport were reviewed. Data of a total pooled population of 18 882 professional drivers were analyzed for MSP. The prevalence of MSP ranged between 43.1% and 93%. The low back was the most frequently reported body region for MSP with a meta‐prevalence rate of 53% (N = 9998). Neck, shoulder, and upper back were the other common regions with high prevalence. Conclusion There is a high prevalence of MSP in professional drivers and low back was the most frequently reported body region, followed by neck, upper back, shoulder, knee, hip/thigh, wrist, ankle, and elbow. MSP is complicated in nature and therefore in‐depth exploration of causal relationships between MSP and risk factors is necessary so that appropriate healthcare programs can be initiated to prevent and treat MSP effectively.

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“…The mean critical appraisal score, based on the JBI checklist [ 37 ], is 69 ± 16%. Three studies receive 38% [ 4 , 5 , 12 ], the lowest score, while one study receives 100%, the maximum score [ 6 ]. The level of agreement (k = 0.335), as determined through a Kappa analysis, is considered “fair” [ 38 ].…”

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“…Other contributing factors include increased traffic congestion, poor quality roads, increased job demands, and time constraints, all of which pose further risks to the health of occupational drivers [ 6 , 11 ]. Thus, it is not surprising that occupational driving, associated with long driving hours and sustained postures, serves as a risk factor for MSK disorders [ 12 ].…”

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Musculoskeletal Disorders Associated with Occupational Driving: A Systematic Review Spanning 2006–2021

Pickard

Burton

Yamada

et al. 2022

IJERPH

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Several occupations require workers to spend long periods of time driving road vehicles. This occupational task is associated with musculoskeletal disorders. The purpose of this review was to collate, synthesize, and analyze research reporting on musculoskeletal disorders associated with occupational driving, in order to develop a volume of evidence to inform occupational disorder mitigation strategies. A systematic search of academic databases (PubMed, EBSCO host, CINAHL, SPORTDiscus, and Web of Science) was performed using key search terms. Eligible studies were critically appraised using the Joanna Briggs Institute critical appraisal checklists. A Cohen’s kappa analysis was used to determine interrater agreement between appraisers. Of the 18,254 identified studies, 25 studies were selected and appraised. The mean critical appraisal score is 69% (range 38–100%), with a fair level of agreement (k = 0.332). The studies report that musculoskeletal disorders, most commonly lower back pain, is of concern in this population, particularly in truck, bus, and taxi drivers. Risk factors for these occupations include long hours in a sitting position, years in the profession, vehicle ergonomics, and vibration.

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Analysis of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Pain in Bus Drivers - A Cross -sectional Study

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A Clinical Evaluation of Scapular Dyskinesis Among Professional Bus Drivers With Unilateral Upper Quadrant Musculoskeletal Pain

A Clinical Evaluation of Scapular Dyskinesis Among Professional Bus Drivers With Unilateral Upper Quadrant Musculoskeletal Pain

Prevalence of musculoskeletal pain among professional drivers: A systematic review

Musculoskeletal Disorders Associated with Occupational Driving: A Systematic Review Spanning 2006–2021

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