Approval status and characteristics of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among Korean workers in 2020

Cha, Eun-Woo; Jung, Saemi; Lee, Il-Ho; Kim, Dae Hwan; Choi, Eui Hyek; Kim, In-Ah; Kim, Yong-Kyu; Lee, Kyung-Joon; Kang, Yang Won; Kim, Ho-Gil; Kim, Youngki

doi:10.35371/aoem.2022.34.e31

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“…Among the various risk factors identified, female gender, body mass index, and advanced age have been empirically demonstrated to significantly increase the risk of developing carpal tunnel syndrome. Work-related risk factors further exacerbate this condition, particularly the frequency and duration of physical exertion combined with the force and torque applied during tasks (3,4). Acute instances of wrist pain often stem from sprains, contusions, or tendinitis due to overuse or minor accidents.…”

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Prevalence of Wrist Pain among Painters

Toor,

Alam,

Akhtar

et al. 2024

JHRR

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Background: Wrist pain is a significant occupational health issue among painters, attributed to the repetitive and physically demanding nature of their work. Previous research has highlighted the association between musculoskeletal disorders and occupational activities, particularly in professions requiring repetitive motion, awkward postures, and the use of vibrating tools. However, data on the prevalence and risk factors of wrist pain specific to painters in Lahore has been limited. Objective: The study aimed to ascertain the prevalence of wrist pain among painters in Lahore, identify potential risk factors contributing to this condition, and evaluate the relationship between occupational practices and the development of wrist pain. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted over a six-month period involving 150 painters selected through non-probability convenience sampling. Inclusion criteria were age between 20 and 30 years, at least one year of painting experience, and no history of psychological disorders or serious chronic diseases. Data were collected using the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire and the Numerical Pain Rating Scale. Statistical analysis was performed with SPSS version 25.0, employing descriptive statistics, mean values, percentages, and one-sample t-tests. Results: Out of 150 participants, 89 (59.3%) reported experiencing wrist pain. The mean weight and height of the participants were 61.22 kg (SD = 8.21) and 5.50 meters (SD = 0.38), respectively. The average job duration was 4.20 years (SD = 1.55), with an average working week of 19.93 hours (SD = 7.79). Pain intensity varied, with those affected reporting a mean intensity of 2.30 on a scale of 0 to 8, where right wrist involvement (mean = 4.04, SD = 1.31) was more common than left (mean = 2.81, SD = 1.33) or both wrists (mean = 4.26, SD = 1.45). Conclusion: The study revealed a moderate prevalence of wrist pain among painters in Lahore, with significant implications for occupational health. The findings underscore the need for ergonomic interventions and targeted preventive measures to mitigate the risk of musculoskeletal disorders among painters.

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Prevalence of Wrist Pain among Painters

Toor,

Alam,

Akhtar

et al. 2024

JHRR

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“…Occupational injuries and diseases are a major public health concern in South Korea. 1 2 According to the burden of disease study, annual occupation-attributable deaths are estimated to be approximately 1.5 million globally. 3 In addition, occupational injuries or diseases impose a great economic burden on countries.…”

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Self-Esteem Trajectories After Occupational Injuries and Diseases and Their Relation to Changes in Subjective Health: Result From the Panel Study of Workers’ Compensation Insurance (PSWCI)

Baek,

Lee,

Kim

et al. 2023

J Korean Med Sci

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Background Occupational injuries and diseases are life events that significantly impact an individuals’ identity. In this study, we examined the trajectories of self-esteem among victims of occupational injury and disease and their relation to health. Methods The Panel Study of Workers’ Compensation Insurance conducted annual follow-ups on workers who had experienced occupational injury or disease. A total of 2,000 participants, who had completed medical care, were followed from 2013 to 2017. Growth mixture modeling was utilized to identify latent classes in the self-esteem trajectory. Additionally, logistic regressions were conducted to explore the association between trajectory membership, baseline predictors, and outcomes. Results Three distinct trajectory classes were identified. Total 65.8% of the samples (n = 1,316) followed an increasing self-esteem trajectory, while 31.1% (n = 623) exhibited a constant trajectory, and 3.1% (n = 61) showed a decreasing trajectory. Individuals with an increasing trajectory were more likely to have a higher educational attainment (odds ratio [OR], 1.86; 95% confidence interval [CI], 1.20–2.88), an absence of a moderate-to-severe disability rating (OR, 0.49; 95% CI, 0.25–0.96), no difficulty in daily living activities (OR, 0.81; 95% CI, 0.75–0.88), and were economically active (re-employed: OR, 2.46; 95% CI, 1.52–3.98; returned to original work: OR, 4.46; 9% CI, 2.65–7.50). Those with a decreasing self-esteem trajectory exhibited an increased risk of poor subjective health (OR, 1.89; 95% CI, 0.85–4.85 in 2013 to OR, 3.17; 95% CI, 1.04–13.81 in 2017), whereas individuals with an increasing trajectory showed a decreased risk (OR, 0.54; 95% CI, 0.43–0.68 in 2013 to OR, 0.44; 95% CI, 0.33–0.57 in 2017). Conclusion Our findings emphasize the diversity of psychological responses to occupational injury or disease. Policymakers should implement interventions to enhance the self-esteem of victims.

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Prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among workers in the automobile manufacturing industry in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis

He,

Xiao,

et al. 2023

BMC Public Health

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Objectives Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) have become one of the major occupational health problems. Lots of auto workers in China are exposed to WMSDs. However, there are few systematic review and meta-analysis about WMSDs in this field. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence of WMSDs among these workers. Methods This study was carried out using the Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses method under the most up to date PRISMA guidelines. A literature search was conducted for studies on the epidemiology of WMSDs among auto workers in China from inception to August 2022, using English and Chinese databases (China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang Data, China Biology Medicine Disc, China Science and Technology Journal Database, PubMed, and Web of Science). All statistical analyses were performed using STATA V.16.0. Results Out of the 849 references identified, 26 articles were were eligible for inclusion, of which 12 reported the overall 12-month prevalence of WMSDs, while 14 stated the 12-month prevalence of WMSDs on body regions. The overall 12-month prevalence rate of WMSDs among workers was 53.1% [95% Confidence Interval (CI) = 46.3% to 59.9%]. The lower back/waist was the body region affected most (36.5%, 95%CI = 28.5% to 44.5%). The definition on WMSDs of “Chinese version” resulted in a high prevalence of WMSDs. Obesity, high educational level, long job tenure, female, logistic workers, and foundry workers are factors that led to a high prevalence rate of WMSDs in the lower back/waist. Conclusions This study showed a high prevalence rate of WMSDs among auto workers in China. Thus, it is necessary to pay particular stress to them. Several effective measures should be taken to prevent these workers from WMSDs. Trial registration This review was registered on PROSPERO (registration number CRD42023467152).

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Approval status and characteristics of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among Korean workers in 2020

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References 24 publications

Prevalence of Wrist Pain among Painters

Prevalence of Wrist Pain among Painters

Self-Esteem Trajectories After Occupational Injuries and Diseases and Their Relation to Changes in Subjective Health: Result From the Panel Study of Workers’ Compensation Insurance (PSWCI)

Prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among workers in the automobile manufacturing industry in China: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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