Relationship between Comorbid Health Problems and Musculoskeletal Disorders Resulting in Musculoskeletal Complaints and Musculoskeletal Sickness Absence among Employees in Korea

Baek, Ji Hye; Kim, Young Sun; Yi, Kwan

doi:10.1016/j.shaw.2015.03.002

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“…Poor or limited sleep is recognised as a potential contributor to a range of chronic conditions, including musculoskeletal complaints [38,39]. The majority of patients (52.9%) self-reported having 7-8 h of sleep per night and this is consistent with work by Adams et al [40] in an Australian community sample.…”

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Determinants of health, health behaviours and demographic profile of patients attending an Australian university student-led osteopathy clinic

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Background: Profiles of health professions practice can inform pre-professional education, provide evidence to assist with interprofessional practice, and inform policy development. An understanding of the profile of patients seeking osteopathy care is emerging. Current research suggests that musculoskeletal presentations predominate with approximately one-third of patients presenting with co-morbid diseases. There is little data on these presentations in Australian osteopathy practice. This study aimed to describe the patient demographics, clinical presentations, health behaviours and determinants of health, including health literacy, of those attending for care at an Australian student-led osteopathy clinic. Methods: A convenience sample design was utilised where consecutive patients presenting for their initial consultation were invited to complete a health information questionnaire during 2016-2017. The questionnaire explored a range of health behaviours and the patient's health status. Data from the clinical records were also extracted to establish the presenting complaint, duration of the complaint and pertinent demographics. Descriptive statistics were generated for each variable. Results: Data were available for 1617 patients presenting for their initial consultation. The mean age of patients was 33.7 (±13.1) years with 55% (n = 887) identifying as female. Acute presentations predominated (n = 840, 52%), with presentations affecting the spine being the most common (57.8%). Most patients rated their health status as good to very good (75%). Approximately 7.5% of patients were identified as having low health literacy and 55.9% were currently suffering from one or more co-morbid presentations. Conclusions: The demographic profile and presenting complaints of patients presenting to a student-led osteopathy clinic are largely consistent with other Australian private practice profiles. The current work also identified co-morbid presentations, and positive and negative health behaviours. Osteopaths may play a role in the management of, or referral for, these presentations where health behaviours require change, or management of comorbid conditions is beyond the scope of practice. The increasing volume of patient profile literature globally suggests that osteopaths can play a substantial role in the management of musculoskeletal complaints. Further, osteopathy may play a role in screening determinants of health, and engage in multidisciplinary care to ensure those patients with co-morbid conditions or adverse health behaviours are managed appropriately.

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Determinants of health, health behaviours and demographic profile of patients attending an Australian university student-led osteopathy clinic

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“…The study also shows an association between MSDs and occupational stress. This finding is confirmed by Leclerc et al (1999), Baek et al (2015), and Bongers et al (1993), all of whom reported an association between psychological stress and MSDs. When adjusted for demographic and occupational variables in the bivariate logistic regression model, the findings suggest that occupational stress is less likely to be experienced by members of the comparison groups as compared to the mine workers.…”

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Prevalence and predictors of occupational stress among quarry workers in rural Rajasthan, India

Ahmad

2017

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“…Mental stress diverts resources spent on attention, and can lead to fatigue and injury (1,19). Study reported the significantly higher prevalence of depression, sleep disorders and occupational accidents among workers who had MSDs compared to those who did not (27). It is increasingly evident that addressing psychological factors impacting workers, is crucial for prevention of persistent MSDs.…”

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Musculoskeletal pain and associated factors among waste collectors in Hanoi, Vietnam: A cross-sectional study.

Nguyen¹,

Tran

Hoang

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Background: Musculoskeletal disorders are prevalent among waste collectors in developing countries. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and risk factors of persistent musculoskeletal disorders among waste collectors in Hanoi, Vietnam. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was utilized to study 468 waste collectors in 2017. The Örebro Musculoskeletal Pain Questionnaire and questionnaires on demographic and work conditions were used to collect data. Descriptive and Multivariate logistics regression analyses were applied at the significant level p<0.05. Findings: 67.4% waste collectors participating into this study reported musculoskeletal disorders in at least one body region. Lower back was the most affected site, followed by pain in the neck and shoulders. The risk of persistent musculoskeletal disorders associated with age, gender, work hours, work shift, duration of poor postures of the neck and back, carrying heavy objects, and experience of work dissatisfaction, stress or anxiety. Conclusions: High prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among waste collectors and association with self-assessed unfavorable work postures and work-related stress imply the need of mechanical and social support at work for waste collectors to prevent the development of musculoskeletal disorders.

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Relationship between Comorbid Health Problems and Musculoskeletal Disorders Resulting in Musculoskeletal Complaints and Musculoskeletal Sickness Absence among Employees in Korea

Cited by 24 publications

References 35 publications

Determinants of health, health behaviours and demographic profile of patients attending an Australian university student-led osteopathy clinic

Determinants of health, health behaviours and demographic profile of patients attending an Australian university student-led osteopathy clinic

Prevalence and predictors of occupational stress among quarry workers in rural Rajasthan, India

Musculoskeletal pain and associated factors among waste collectors in Hanoi, Vietnam: A cross-sectional study.

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