Employment-related musculoskeletal complications experienced by the physical therapists in Bangladesh: a comprehensive cross-sectional case study

Hossain, Amran; Proma, Tasnuva Shamarukh; Raju, Rashaduzzaman; Ahmed, Sharmeen; Islam, Ariful

doi:10.1186/s43161-022-00096-6

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“…The statistical survivability assessment (Tukey’s multiple comparison test) of the tested B. cereus strain based on the spectrophotometric (UV-1280, Shimadzu) optical density values resulted in 650 nm (OD 650 ; 72 h) was conducted by “Rstudio” (R-4.0.2) [ 34 – 38 ], and GraphPad Prism (V. 8.0.1) [ 39 – 44 ].…”

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Molecular identification, characterization, and antagonistic activity profiling of Bacillus cereus LOCK 1002 along with the in-silico analysis of its presumptive bacteriocins

Islam¹,

Farjana²,

Uddin³

et al. 2022

J Adv Vet Anim Res

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Objectives: This research aimed to isolate, identify, and characterize a new strain of Bacillus cereus through different molecular biology approaches so that it could be further studied for therapeutic purposes against selective enteric pathogens. Materials and Methods: Pure isolates of B. cereus were prepared from buffalo yogurt samples in REMBA medium. Initially, the morphological, physiological, and biochemical properties were studied accordingly. Following the tests, the molecular identification for the strain identification was conducted through plasmid DNA extraction, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, and 16S rRNA sequencing up to 1.37 kb. Afterward, the antibiotic sensitivity [Epsilometer test (E-Test)] and anti¬fungal activity were tested considering different concentrations. Being classified from the aforementioned tests, a comprehensive antimicrobial activity test was conducted using the cell-free-su¬pernatant (CFS) of the test strain against selective enteric pathogens in humans in vitro. Besides, the different clusters of genes were identified and characterized for understanding the presump¬tive bacteriocins present in the CFS of the strain in silico, where molecular string properties were calculated. Finally, the evolutionary relationship among diversified bacteriocins synthesized by different Bacillus strains was studied to predict the CFS-containing bacteriocins of the new strain. Results: Purified isolates of B. cereus were Gram-positive rods and showed significant tolerance (p < 0.0001) to different concentrations of pH, phenol, bile salt, and NaCl. 16S rRNA revealed the strain as LOCK 1002, which was strongly sensitive to all the antibiotics used and resistant to selec¬tive antifungal agents. The CFS of B. cereus LOCK 1002 was found to be a very promising antago¬nist to all the enteric pathogens used in the culture condition. Two gene clusters were predicted to be interconnected and responsible for different presumptive bacteriocins. Conclusion: The newly identified LOCK 1002 can be a very potent strain of B. cereus in use as an antimicrobial agent for having different bacteriocin coding gene clusters.

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Molecular identification, characterization, and antagonistic activity profiling of Bacillus cereus LOCK 1002 along with the in-silico analysis of its presumptive bacteriocins

Islam¹,

Farjana²,

Uddin³

et al. 2022

J Adv Vet Anim Res

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“…Prolonged duration and frequency of Android phone use with frequent movement of the upper limbs are major risk factors for musculoskeletal manifestations [3], such as BlackBerry thumb [3]. Prolong or repetitive body movements are highly responsible for musculoskeletal pain [4][5][6]. In this pandemic, many of one affected on musculoskeletal disorder directly or indirectly in Bangladesh [7].…”

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Effects of Android phone vs. iPhone use on BlackBerry thumb symptoms among university students in Bangladesh

Haque,

Baroi,

Koly

et al. 2024

Bull Fac Phys Ther

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Background In Bangladesh, the most prevalent musculoskeletal condition among office employees is considered as BlackBerry thumb (BBT). Alike official perspectives, our educational system was significantly regulating with the digital interfaces at COVID-19 lockdown, where a greater reliance on Android phones were experienced among the adults. Numerous studies have been conducted in studying the incidences of BBT in young individuals as a result of hazards of Android phone usage (HAPU) in Bangladesh. Objective This research sought to determine the relationship between BBT symptoms and the risks associated with the using Android phones among Bangladeshi university students. Methods A nationwide cross-sectional study was undertaken on a group of university students between the ages of 18 and 25 to determine if BBT symptoms were present based on the Finkelstein test and HAPU, which were also assessed using a well-designed questionnaire. We calculated the crude and adjusted prevalence ratios (aPR) and used a generalized linear model from the Poisson family, using their respective 95% confidence intervals (CI). Results There were 2455 individuals in this research, with a median age of 20 and an interquartile range (IQR) of 19 to 23. Of them, 1185 males (48.27%) and 1270 women (51.75%) made up the study’s participant population. Physical exams showed that 1300 individuals had positive Finkelstein test results (52.95%), whereas 1040 people had occasional risks from using an Android phone and 115 participants had occasional risks from using an iPhone. In our generalized linear model, we observed that participants with occasional and frequent HAPU had higher rates of BBT symptoms than responders without HAPU (aPR = 1.73, 95% CI: 1.47–2.05, and aPR = 1.61, 95% CI: 1.29–2.00), respectively. Conclusion The current study found that Bangladeshi university students experiencing BlackBerry thumb symptoms were more likely to have risks associated with using Android phones.

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“…There was the lowest prevalence of hip and upper back disorders (2.2% and 3.1%, respectively). The shoulder, lower back, ankle and neck regions of Bangladeshi physical therapists were more susceptible to work-related musculoskeletal conditions 13 .…”

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Work Related Musculoskeletal Complications Experienced by Physical Therapists in Pakistan

Ali,

Tauqeer,

Ikram

et al. 2023

PJMHS

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Aim: To find out the work related musculoskeletal complications experienced by the physical therapists in Pakistan. Methods: This cross sectional study was conducted on 98 physiotherapists. To gather precise data and address challenges, a self-administered questionnaire was created for demographics. A modified version of the Nordic Questionnaire was used and to locate pain or unpleasant feelings in nine different areas of the body, including the neck, shoulders, elbows, wrists, upper back, lumbar, thighs, knees, and ankles. Utilising a non-probability convenient sampling strategy, the sample size was determined. The Lahore hospitals will be asked for written consent. Data will be gathered from various hospitals in Lahore, including Jinnah Hospital and the UOL teaching hospital. Results: 52% reported that they have feeling trouble in neck during last 7 days. 52% have been feeling any trouble in shoulders. 47.9% have been feeling any trouble in upper back. 41.8% have been feeling any trouble in elbows. 41.8% have been feeling any trouble in wrist/ hands. 60.2% have been feeling any trouble in lower back. 29.5% have been feeling any trouble in hips/thighs. 26.5% have been feeling any trouble in knees. 30.6% have been feeling any trouble in ankles/feet. Conclusion:Physical therapists from Pakistan frequently suffered from work-related musculoskeletal conditions, particularly in the neck, shoulders, wrist, and lower back. Keywords: Physiotherapist, Musculoskeletal, Complications

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Employment-related musculoskeletal complications experienced by the physical therapists in Bangladesh: a comprehensive cross-sectional case study

Cited by 6 publications

References 49 publications

Molecular identification, characterization, and antagonistic activity profiling of Bacillus cereus LOCK 1002 along with the in-silico analysis of its presumptive bacteriocins

Molecular identification, characterization, and antagonistic activity profiling of Bacillus cereus LOCK 1002 along with the in-silico analysis of its presumptive bacteriocins

Effects of Android phone vs. iPhone use on BlackBerry thumb symptoms among university students in Bangladesh

Work Related Musculoskeletal Complications Experienced by Physical Therapists in Pakistan

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