Factors associated with musculoskeletal pain and discomfort among Canadian truck drivers: A cross-sectional study of worker perspectives

Senthanar, Sonja; Bigelow, Philip

doi:10.1016/j.jth.2018.08.013

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“…The countries where the studies took place varies widely, and includes; India (n = 4: [ 12 , 24 , 42 , 43 ]), Iran (n = 2: [ 7 , 18 , 19 ]), the United States of America (n = 2: [ 14 , 15 ]), Israel (n = 2: [ 17 , 44 ]), Nigeria (n = 2: [ 6 , 16 ]), the United Kingdom (n = 2: [ 45 , 46 ]), China (n = 2: [ 3 , 47 ]), Pakistan (n = 1: [ 7 , 9 ]), Egypt (n = 1: [ 5 ]), Slovenia (n = 1: [ 8 ]), Thailand (n = 1: [ 48 ]), Malaysia (n = 1: [ 49 ]), Korea (n = 1: [ 4 ]), Brazil (n = 1: [ 50 ]), and Canada (n = 1: [ 2 ]), with one study considered a multinational study (n = 1: [ 7 ]). Twelve studies include male drivers only [ 2 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 16 , 17 , 24 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 48 , 50 ], while five studies include male and female drivers [ 3 , 8 , 15 , 45 , 47 ]. Eight studies do not specify sex/gender [ 4 , 9 , 12 , 14 , 18 , ...…”

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“…The most common vehicle types are buses (n = 14: [ 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 8 , 12 , 17 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 , 45 , 49 ]), followed by trucks (n = 5: [ 2 , 9 , 14 , 48 , 50 ]), taxis (n = 4: [ 7 , 15 , 24 , 47 ]), or various vehicles (n = 3: [ 16 , 18 , 46 ]). The studies cater to various settings, with urban/city being the most common (n = 7: [ 3 , 12 , 15 , 17 , 41 , 42 , 44 ]), followed by highways (n = 2: [ 2 , 50 ]), city (n = 2: [ 5 , 8 ]), long-distance (n = 2: [ 9 , 16 ]), urban/rural (n = 1: [ 24 ]), asphalt and cobble surfaces (n = 1: [ 45 ]), intercity/intracity (n = 1: [ 6 ]), deep sea port/road (n = 1: [ 48 ]), and smooth/rough urban, suburban, rural, regional, industrial (n = 1: [ 49 ]). Six studies [ 4 , 7 , 18 , 43 , 46 , 47 ] do not state the setting.…”

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“…Industrialization and large migration rates are the foundations fostering the growth of the transport industry [ 1 ]. Examples of this can be seen in countries such as Canada, where truck driving is the second most common occupation [ 2 ]; Hong Kong, where double decker buses are a major means of transport due to heavily congested roads [ 3 ]; and Korea, which saw 95,488 people engaged in bus driving as an occupation in 2011 [ 4 ]. These countries, and many others, also show a high prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders [ 1 , 2 ].…”

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

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Burton

Yamada

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

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Yamada

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“…High prevalence of other 'lifestyle' cardiovascular risk factors is also very common (Crizzle et al, 2017). Other problems include an increased risk of metabolic syndrome (Mabry et al, 2016) and musculo-skeletal pains (Senthanar and Bigelow, 2018;Serrano-Fernández et al, 2019). Bartel and colleagues suggest that ride-share taxi drivers have similar problems but these are exacerbated by the stress of the gigeconomy (Bartel et al, 2019).…”

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Cycling, driving, and injuries

Mindell¹

2019

Journal of Transport & Health

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Broadening the range of people who cycleIn the 1960s, Dutch cities were increasingly car-focussed. Cycle trip share in Amsterdam fell from 80% in 1950s to 20% in the 1970s (van der Zee, 2015. Child traffic deaths were the catalyst to reduce car use and promote cycling (Wardlaw, 2014). Road travel deaths peaked in 1971 at 3,300, of whom more than 400 were children (van der Zee, 2015). Campaigners pioneered street closure days to allow children to play in the streets. Eventually, the 'woonerf' [homezone] was developed, followed by car-free Sundays. Nowadays, there are extensive networks of segregated cycle paths; more than a quarter of trips in the Netherlands are cycled, and almost two-fifths of trips in Amsterdam. However, in other countries, such as New Zealand, opposition to cycle lanes can be very vocal, particularly from local businesses (Field et al., 2018). We know that cyclists, like pedestrians, visit local businesses more frequently and, over a period of time, spend more money locally than drivers do (Mindell, 2015). A recent study has shown that increased cycling is associated with new businesses opening (Klemmer et al., 2018).

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“…The fact is that the risk of falls is increased with age, whereas older subjects are more prone to fall [18]. Regarding this statement, older drivers might be at higher risk of acute injuries outside vehicles [19].…”

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Assessing Post-Driving Discomfort and Its Influence on Gait Patterns

Cvetkovic

Soares

Baptista

2021

Sensors

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Professional drivers need constant attention during long driving periods and sometimes perform tasks outside the truck. Driving discomfort may justify inattention, but it does not explain post-driving accidents outside the vehicle. This study aims to study the discomfort developed during driving by analysing modified preferred postures, pressure applied at the interface with the seat, and changes in pre- and post-driving gait patterns. Each of the forty-four volunteers drove for two hours in a driving simulator. Based on the walking speed changes between the two gait cycles, three homogeneous study groups were identified. Two groups performed faster speeds, while one reduced it in the post-steering gait. While driving, the pressure at the interface and the area covered over the seat increased throughout the sample. Preferred driving postures differed between groups. No statistical differences were found between the groups in the angles between the segments (flexed and extended). Long-time driving develops local or whole-body discomfort, increasing interface pressure over time. While driving, drivers try to compensate by modifying their posture. After long steering periods, a change in gait patterns can be observed. These behaviours may result from the difficulties imposed on blood circulation by increasing pressure at this interface.

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Factors associated with musculoskeletal pain and discomfort among Canadian truck drivers: A cross-sectional study of worker perspectives

Cited by 12 publications

References 40 publications

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

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

Cycling, driving, and injuries

Assessing Post-Driving Discomfort and Its Influence on Gait Patterns

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