Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among a sample of Iranian Computer Users

Mohammadi, Zahra; Rahnama, Rozina; Nikbakht, Roshan; Hosseini-Koukamari, Parisa

doi:10.52547/ijmpp.5.3.367

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“…4 The neck and finger pain was found to be the highest complaints with 61.3% and 41.3%, respectively in some private and government offices of Bangladesh. 5 They also found a statistically significant association between musculoskeletal disorders (MSK) with longer duration and incorrect position of computer use. Despite above 50% users used adjustable furniture, monitor, and computer desk, more than half of the surveyed computers users complained neck pain and back pain.…”

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Risk Factors for the Musculoskeletal Pain Based on the Computer Ergonomics Related Practices among Medical Professionals

Hasan

Emran³

et al. 2023

Khwaja Yunus Ali Medical College Journal

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Background: With The fast growing world, in Bangladesh also getting increased usage of digital connectivity has led to a rise in online activities and also rise in the musculoskeletal (MSK) pain among the professionals.Objective: We investigating the relationship between MSK pain and discomfort among resident doctors because of computer ergonomics related issues.Materials and Methods: The study collected computer ergonomics related information from 227 resident doctors who had used computer for at least one year. Along with descriptive statistical tools, this study addressed essential test of hypothesis and administered a binary logistic regression model to identify the risk factors of MSK pain among resident doctors.Results: The prevalence of neck pain and lower back pain was estimated over 50% whereas more than one-third faced pain in one or both eyes as well as in their upper back. The different sorts of ergonomics significantly associated with different types of MSK pain. The faculty type- taking break, awkward posture, the shoulder placement had significant impact on the pain in one or both eyes. Besides, having gap between leg and seat as well as monitor placement were the significant predictor of neck pain. In addition, wrist not straightening was not the only risk factor for lower back pain and faculty type, device type, gap between legs and seat, Not having an armrest were the risk factors for upper back pain.Conclusion: The computer ergonomics related practices are the fundamental codes for the medical professionals to avoid MSK pain and hence specific practice safeguards for specific pains. KYAMC Journal Vol. 14, No. 01, April 2023: 19-24

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Risk Factors for the Musculoskeletal Pain Based on the Computer Ergonomics Related Practices among Medical Professionals

Hasan

Emran³

et al. 2023

Khwaja Yunus Ali Medical College Journal

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“…The Maastricht Upper Extremity Questionnaire (MUEQ) is one of the best assessment tools for CANS that considers workplace and psychosocial factors. Its validity and reliability have been measured and confirmed across countries ( 11 , 13 , 20 ). While other tools like the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) ( 21 ) and the Quick Exposure Check (QEC) ( 22 ) are also employed to investigate work-related musculoskeletal disorders, they fail to consider the physical and psychological characteristics of the workplace.…”

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“…Within Iran, studies have demonstrated a heightened susceptibility of office workers to musculoskeletal disorders. A study by Rahnama et al found the prevalence of CANS to be highest in the neck region (64.4%), followed by the shoulders (60.9%) and the back (52%) ( 13 ). Similarly, another study showed a substantial frequency of complaints of neck pain (77%), back pain (73%), and shoulder pain (64%) ( 14 ).…”

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Psychosocial Factors and Musculoskeletal Symptoms in Office Workers: Validating the Maastricht Upper Extremity Questionnaire

Hosseini koukamari,

Nikbakht,

Karimy

et al. 2024

MJIRI

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Background Complaints of the arm, neck, and shoulder (CANS) in the workplace are becoming more prevalent among employees. The Maastricht Upper Extremity Questionnaire (MUEQ) validates upper extremity complaints in 7 domains—including workstation, body posture, break time, job control, job demands, work environment, and social support. The aim of the present study was to translate, adapt, and validate the Persian Version of MUEQ among Iranian office workers. Methods The psychometric evaluation of the Persian version of the MUEQ employed a comprehensive methodological approach comprising face and content validity assessments, confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and Cronbach's alpha. A panel of 10 experts assessed the face and content validity of the instrument. In the second phase, through a cross-sectional study, the validity and reliability of the questionnaire were measured by CFA and Cronbach’s alpha in a sample of 420 people from the target population in Tehran, Iran. Results The mean age of the participants was 41.40 ± 7.80 years. Examination of upper limb complaints showed that neck pain was the most common complaint among office workers, with a prevalence of 65%. The CFA results confirmed the questionnaire's structure, with 59 items grouped into 7 subscales, and with fit indices—comparative fit index, 0. 87; root mean square error of approximation, 0.08; goodness of fit index, 0.9. The questionnaire demonstrated strong internal consistency, as all items exhibited Cronbach's alpha values of ≥0.9. Conclusion The psychometric evaluation of the Persian version of the MUEQ showed that it is a valid and reliable tool for evaluating psychosocial factors in the work environment. Identifying psychosocial factors influential in musculoskeletal problems will lead to better planning to change behavior and design constructive interventions to improve behavior. By addressing psychosocial determinants of musculoskeletal issues at both the individual and organizational levels, we can enhance employees' awareness, self-efficacy, and ability to manage their musculoskeletal health and make informed decisions about their well-being.

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“…The prevalence of cMSP among teachers varies between 50-84% and it ranges from 50-70% among Indian teachers [7,8]. In a survey study of 525 Brazilian teachers (452 females teachers), a 73% prevalence of cMSP was reported [9].…”

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Impact of workplace yoga on pain measures, mental health, sleep quality, and quality of life in female teachers with chronic musculoskeletal pain: A randomized controlled study

Metri

Raghuram

Narayan

et al. 2023

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BACKGROUND: Chronic pain conditions such as low back pain, knee pain and cervical pain are highly prevalent among female teachers. Chronic pain significantly affects the mental health, sleep and quality of life among teachers. OBJECTIVE: This study intended to investigate the impact of a workplace yoga intervention on musculoskeletal pain, anxiety, depression, sleep, and quality of life (QoL) among female teachers who had chronic musculoskeletal pain. METHOD: Fifty female teachers aged between 25–55 years with chronic musculoskeletal pain were randomized to either the yoga group (n = 25) or the control group (n = 25). The yoga group received a 60-minute structured Integrated Yoga intervention (IY) four days a week for six consecutive weeks at school. The control group received no intervention. Outcome measures: Pain intensity, anxiety, depression, stress, fatigue, self-compassion, sleep quality, and quality of life were assessed at the baseline and six weeks. RESULTS: A significant (p < 0.05) reduction in pain intensity and pain disability in the yoga group was observed after 6-week compared to baseline. Anxiety, depression, stress, sleep scores and fatigues also improved in the yoga group after six weeks. The control group showed no change. Post score comparison showed a significant difference between the groups for all the measures. CONCLUSION: Workplace yoga intervention is found to be effective in improving pain, pain disability, mental health, sleep quality among female teachers with chronic musculoskeletal pain. This study strongly recommends yoga for the prevention of work-related health issues and for the promotion of wellbeing among teachers.

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Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among a sample of Iranian Computer Users

Cited by 5 publications

References 22 publications

Risk Factors for the Musculoskeletal Pain Based on the Computer Ergonomics Related Practices among Medical Professionals

Risk Factors for the Musculoskeletal Pain Based on the Computer Ergonomics Related Practices among Medical Professionals

Psychosocial Factors and Musculoskeletal Symptoms in Office Workers: Validating the Maastricht Upper Extremity Questionnaire

Impact of workplace yoga on pain measures, mental health, sleep quality, and quality of life in female teachers with chronic musculoskeletal pain: A randomized controlled study

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