Prevalence, Patterns, and Associated Factors for Musculoskeletal Disorders Among the Healthcare Workers of Northern Saudi Arabia: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study

Alruwaili, Sager Holyl; Thirunavukkarasu, Ashokkumar; Alanazi, Raghdah Muharib; Alsharari, Amani Yasr; Alruwaili, Danah Khalid; Alenzi, Hanaa Abdalkreem; Alruwaili, Aryam Nafea; Alruwaili, Ghadah Qasem

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“…Nevertheless, there remains a dearth of data concerning the influence of NSP on the overall population. The prevalence of NSP in Saudi Arabia was estimated to range between 38.2% and 53.5% for neck pain and between 21.6% and 34.4% for shoulder pain [ 15 , 16 ]. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of NSP on the health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of adult persons residing in Saudi Arabia and to identify its associated predictors.…”

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Impact of Neck and Shoulder Pain on Health-Related Quality of Life in Adults in Saudi Arabia

Hashem,

Almohaini,

Alharbi

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Background: Musculoskeletal pain is widely recognized as a prevalent public health issue that affects individuals of various genders and age groups. This study aimed to assess the influence of neck and shoulder pain on the quality of life (QoL) of adult individuals living in Saudi Arabia. Method: This is a cross-sectional study using an online-administered questionnaire that was distributed via online platforms in Saudi Arabia for the duration between January and June 2023. The 36-Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) questionnaire was used to estimate participants QoL. Binary logistic regression analysis was used to identify predictors of better QoL. Results: A total of 6601 participants were involved in this study. The majority of the participants (76.8%, n = 4610) reported that they had muscle tension, stiffness, pressure, or dull pain in the neck and shoulder area. The mean pain score for the study participants was 4.0 (SD: 2.9), which indicates mild degree of pain. When the participants were asked about their health today, the mean score was 5.9 (SD: 3.9), which indicates moderate health status. The mean SF-36 score for the study participants was 58.16 (17.4), which demonstrates moderate quality of life. Binary logistic regression analysis showed that male gender, younger age, being married or divorced, and having lower BMI (less than 25.3 kg/cm 2 ) were predictors of better QoL (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Notwithstanding the participants' moderate evaluations of their current health and quality of life, certain demographic attributes - such as being male, being younger in age, being married, and having a lower body mass index - showed a favorable association with quality of life. Strict interventions and preventative measures are essential for addressing musculoskeletal issues in the neck and shoulder region, as indicated by these findings. Further research should be dedicated to developing tailored interventions that specifically target different demographic cohorts, with the ultimate goal of improving the quality of life for all.

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