Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Healthcare Workers: Prevalence and Risk Factors in the Arab World

Shaikh, Sameer; Siddiqui, Ammar Ahmed; Alshammary, Freah; Amin, Junaid; Agwan, Muhammad Atif Saleem

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-74365-3_129-1

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“…Data on the overall prevalence of WRMSDs is scarce, as most studies consider individual healthcare professions. However, the prevalence rate obtained in this study was higher than that reported by Shaikh et al [14] in the Arab world, who reported prevalence of WRMSDs among healthcare workers ranging from 43% to 78%. This difference in results could be explained by differences in the study design and location.…”

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confidence: 84%

“…The sample size was calculated with the Lorenz formula: N = p(1 − p)z 2 /d 2 , where N is the minimum sample size; p is the prevalence of MSDs (78%) reported previously by Shaikh et al [14] in the Arab world, z is the statistic for the desired confidence level (z = 1.96 for confidence at 95%), and d is the accepted margin of error (d = 0.05). The estimated sample size was n = 364.…”

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Epidemiological Patterns of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Healthcare Workers in Five Reference Hospitals in the City of Douala, Cameroon

Meh,

Bopda,

Ndongo

et al. 2023

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Introduction: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) are a public health problem and have forced many workers to quit their jobs prematurely. This study investigated the prevalence and risk factors of WRMSDs among Healthcare workers in five reference hospitals in the City of Douala-Cameroon. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2022 among 561 healthcare workers working in five reference hospitals in the city of Douala, Cameroon. Participants were selected using a convenient sampling technique. Data were collected with structured questionnaires; data on the demographics and risk factors were collected using a well-designed questionnaire, while estimation of the prevalence of WRMSDs was done using the Modified Nordic questionnaire. Results: The overall prevalence rate of WRMSDs among healthcare workers in Douala hospitals was 83.4% (468/561). The prevalence per professional groups was as follows: 88.8% (71) for Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS), 81.9% (289) for nurses, 21 (80.8%) for Physiotherapists (PTs) and 78.8% (41) for Medical Doctors (MDs). There was a significant difference (p = 0.001

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Epidemiological Patterns of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Healthcare Workers in Five Reference Hospitals in the City of Douala, Cameroon

Meh,

Bopda,

Ndongo

et al. 2023

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“…Nonetheless, this suggests that the prevalence of MSDs among the participants of the present study is notably high. 32 These findings highlight the imperative need for focused attention on HCWs' musculoskeletal health, given its negative impact on their quality of life and the efficient delivery of patient care. Furthermore, the healthcare industry bears a substantial financial burden due to MSDs affecting HCWs.…”

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

Alruwaili,

Thirunavukkarasu,

Alanazi

et al. 2023

JPR

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Background: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) have emerged as a pressing concern among healthcare workers (HCWs), gaining significant attention, particularly in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. This study evaluated the prevalence, pattern, and associated factors for MSDs among HCWs in northern Saudi Arabia. Participants and Methods: Employing a cross-sectional study design, the standardized Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) was used to collect data from participants. Systematic sampling method was employed to select 384 HCWs from diverse healthcare settings. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify factors associated with MSDs. Results: Among the participants, 72.4% reported one or more NMQ-listed MSDs. The most commonly affected body regions were the neck, shoulder, and lower back. MSDs showed significant associations with physical activity (adjusted odds ratio [AOR]= 0.72, 95% confidence interval [CI] = 0.53-0.93, p = 0.024), obesity status (AOR = 3.08, 95% CI = 1.56-4.71, p = 0.003), and ergonomic training (AOR = 0.38, 95% CI = 0.23-0.55, p < 0.001). Conclusion: Implementing preplacement and periodic ergonomic training for HCWs is recommended. This proactive measure holds the potential to alleviate MSD-related discomfort, reduce sickness absenteeism, and enhance overall productivity. Future longitudinal studies across different regions of Saudi Arabia are essential to establish causal links between risk factors and MSDs.

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“…The primary contributing factors identified were excessive workload, staff scarcity, and gender, with females being particularly affected. In a separate study, Shaikh et al [10] This study is significant in various aspects. Firstly, this study contributes to the current literature by providing insights into the unique issues encountered by nursing personnel within a complex healthcare setting such as the King Abdullah Complex.…”

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Prevalence of Work-Related Stress and its Associated Factors among Nursing Staff in King Abdallah Complex at Jeddah City

Al-Shehri,

Harazi,

Alhassani

et al. 2023

J. Pharm. Res. Int.

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Aim: This study aims to assess the prevalence of work-related stress and its impact on nurses’ work performance at King Abdullah Complex in Jeddah City. Methods: A cross-sectional- study was conducted using a previously validated questionnaire distributed among nursing staff at King Abdullah Complex in Jeddah City. Duration of the Study: This study was conducted for some time from September 2022 until August 2023. Results: From a total of 263 nursing participants, the study findings reported that the prevalence of Work-related stress among nursing staff in the King Abdallah Complex at Jeddah City was 63.7% and most of the nurses feel that their job negatively impacts their physical or emotional health. Many nurses expressed that they have insufficient recognition or rewards for good performance at work. Conclusion: The findings of the study indicate that work-related stress is a pervasive concern among the nursing staff employed at King Abdullah Complex. A considerable percentage of nursing workers have reported encountering different levels of stress within their everyday work settings.

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Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Healthcare Workers: Prevalence and Risk Factors in the Arab World

Cited by 10 publications

References 60 publications

Epidemiological Patterns of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Healthcare Workers in Five Reference Hospitals in the City of Douala, Cameroon

Epidemiological Patterns of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Healthcare Workers in Five Reference Hospitals in the City of Douala, Cameroon

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

Prevalence of Work-Related Stress and its Associated Factors among Nursing Staff in King Abdallah Complex at Jeddah City

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