Prevalence and predictors of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among weavers of Varanasi, India: A cross-sectional study

Siddiqui, Laeek Ahemad; Banerjee, Adrita; Chokhandre, Praveen; Unisa, Sayeed

doi:10.1016/j.cegh.2021.100918

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“…But in our study, LBP is 50%, and shoulder pain is 48%. In India, Siddiqui et al reported that 82% of handloom weavers have lower back pain (LBP), 48% have shoulder pain, and 60% have knee pain (Siddiqui et al, 2021). On the other hand, 84% of weavers have upper back pain (Siddiqui et al, 2021), whereas only 30% of weavers have upper back pain, according to our report.…”

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“…In India, Siddiqui et al reported that 82% of handloom weavers have lower back pain (LBP), 48% have shoulder pain, and 60% have knee pain (Siddiqui et al, 2021). On the other hand, 84% of weavers have upper back pain (Siddiqui et al, 2021), whereas only 30% of weavers have upper back pain, according to our report. Another research has been conducted by Neeraja et al They reported that 86% of handloom weavers suffer musculoskeletal pain (Neeraja et al, 2016).…”

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Prevalence and Factors Associated with Musculoskeletal Pain among Rural Handloom Weavers in Sirajganj, Bangladesh

Jamil¹,

Mukul²,

Bari³

et al. 2022

Bangla Pharma J

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The loom industry is the traditional industry in Bangladesh. It is situated especially in rural areas. Many weavers are working in the handloom industry. The study aims to determine the prevalence rate of musculoskeletal pain and its associated factors. This study is a cross-sectional study, including openended and close-ended questionnaires. Two hundred fifty (250) handloom weavers have participated in this study. Frequency analysis and Chi-square test were done by R software. A total of 82.4% of weavers have musculoskeletal pain. Among them, 50% have lower back pain, 48.4% have shoulder pain, and 46.4% have knee pain. Some factors are associated with those pain. Age of respondents and number of working days are associated with lower back pain and shoulder pain. Only age is associated with thigh, ankle and elbow pain. Types of treatment that weavers have taken are associated with arm pain. The weavers with musculoskeletal pain are mostly illiterate and have not taken physical exercise. Notably, 67.2% of weavers have taken treatment, and 21.6% of the participants reported that they have improved upon the treatment. Among those who have taken treatment, only 21.6% of weavers have got improved. As the highest portion of weavers has musculoskeletal, proper knowledge should be implemented for them and need to improve their quality of life. Bangladesh government and any Non- Governmental Organizations (NGOs) or institutions should implement consciousness about musculoskeletal pain. Bangladesh Pharmaceutical Journal 25(2): 188-198, 2022 (July)

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Prevalence and Factors Associated with Musculoskeletal Pain among Rural Handloom Weavers in Sirajganj, Bangladesh

Jamil¹,

Mukul²,

Bari³

et al. 2022

Bangla Pharma J

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“…In this study, the overall annual prevalence of LBP among weavers was found to be 63.5% (95% CI = 58.8-68.5), which is lower than the annual prevalence of LBP among weavers in Arunachal Pradesh and Varanasi in India, Northern Thailand, and Belgium (i.e., 79.2, 82.91, 71, and 81%, respectively) (21,(47)(48)(49). The variation may be because the mean age of the participants in the current study was less than those of the participants in these four studies [38.79 (±12.844), 54.65 (±10.41), 57.21 (±3.15), and 39 (±9) years, respectively].…”

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Lower back pain and associated factors among weavers working in Bahir Dar City, Northwest Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study

Zinabu,

Getie,

Takele

et al. 2024

Front. Public Health

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BackgroundWork-related musculoskeletal disorders are widespread among workers of informal small-scale enterprises. Specifically, lower back pain is a prevalent occupational health problem across various industries, including weaving factories. Lower back pain significantly impairs the functioning, performance, and productivity of weavers. However, information on the prevalence and associated factors of low back pain among weavers of Bahir Dar City and nationwide is scarce. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the prevalence and associated factors of lower back pain among weavers working in Bahir Dar City.MethodA multicentered institutional-based cross-sectional study was conducted on 403 weavers in Bahir Dar City, Ethiopia, from April to May 2023 using a structured face-to-face interview questionnaire. Samples were proportionally allocated to each institution, and study participants were selected using a simple random sampling technique. Variables with a P-value < 0.25 in the bivariate logistic regression were adopted for the multivariate logistic regression analysis after verifying the model fitness. In the multivariate logistic regression analysis, the adjusted odds ratio (AOR) with a 95% confidence interval (CI) and a P-value < 0.05 were considered to identify the associated factors of lower back pain among weavers.ResultThe results revealed that the overall annual prevalence of lower back pain was 63.5% (95% CI = 58.8–68.5). Longer working hours [AOR = 2.580 (CI = 1.517–4.384)], lack of back support [AOR = 1.938 (CI = 2.089–3.449)], repetitive movement of the back during weaving [AOR = 5.940 (CI = 2.709–13.02)], awkward posture [AOR = 2.915 (CI = 1.677–5.065), static working posture [AOR = 4.505 (CI = 2.298–8.831)], and job stress [AOR = 3.306 (CI = 1.896–5.765)] were significantly associated with lower back pain among weavers.ConclusionsLower back pain among weavers was found to be highly prevalent. Working longer hours, lack of back support, repetitive movement of the back, awkward posture, static posture, and job stress were significantly associated with lower back among weavers. The study recommends prompt interventions on weavers to ensure that they use sitting support, weave for <8 h per day, change positions every 2 h, reduce job-related stress, and minimize task repetition, thereby enhancing their working conditions and minimizing the occurrence of lower back pain.

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“…In conclusion, preventive solutions should be implemented in the weaving sector to reduce the high prevalence of WRMSDs (Siddiqui et al 2021) and limit the occupational risk factors, especially because the resources to manage musculoskeletal conditions are limited in Africa (Ahenkorah et al 2019;Kaboré, Zanga & Schepens 2022). In addition, particular attention should be given to the informal sector, which is outside the systems that provide prevention, registration and compensation for occupational diseases (ILO 2013).…”

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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders and risk factors among weavers: A cross-sectional study

Kaboré

Schepens

2023

South African Journal of Physiotherapy

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Background: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) are a major health issue for low-income countries because of their high prevalence among workers and on account of the scarcity of ergonomic preventative measures in the workplace.Objectives: To determine the prevalence of WRMSDs among weavers, assess their consequences, and analyse the associated occupational risk factors.Method: A cross-sectional survey was carried out among 257 handloom weavers using the Nordic questionnaireand the working conditions were assessed through a descriptive analysis using the key indicator method.Results: The WRMSDs annual prevalence was 85% in all parts of the body, 71% for the low back region, 41% for the shoulders, and 37% for the knees. One quarter of the weavers indicated having stopped work for 1–30 days because of their low back pain (LBP). The prevalence of WRMSDs was associated with the number of hours worked per day, the years of experience, and age. Long working hours, load carrying ( 20 kg – 25 kg), awkward postures, repetitive limb movements, and unfavourable environmental conditions were identified as occupational risk factors.Conclusion: Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are common among weavers and LBP is the most frequently cited disorder and the primary reason for work interruptions and a decrease of activities. The prevalence of WRMSDs is associated with professional and personal factors. Actions based on ergonomic rules are necessary to prevent WRMSDs.Clinical implications: Our study highlights the issue of WRMSDs and the need for prevention in the informal sector, which constitutes the major part of economic activity in low-income countries.

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Prevalence and predictors of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among weavers of Varanasi, India: A cross-sectional study

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Prevalence and Factors Associated with Musculoskeletal Pain among Rural Handloom Weavers in Sirajganj, Bangladesh

Prevalence and Factors Associated with Musculoskeletal Pain among Rural Handloom Weavers in Sirajganj, Bangladesh

Lower back pain and associated factors among weavers working in Bahir Dar City, Northwest Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders and risk factors among weavers: A cross-sectional study

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