- Whole-Body Vibration Exposure vis-à-vis Musculoskeletal Health Risk of Dumper Operators Compared to a Control Group in Coal Mines
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Kumar V, Palei SK, Karmakar NC, Chaudhary DK
- KMID: 2528014
- Saf Health Work.
- 2022 Mar;13(1):73-77.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2021.10.007
Background Whole-body vibration (WBV) exposure of coal mine dumper operators poses numerous health hazards. The case-control study was aimed at assessing the relative musculoskeletal health risk of dumper operators' exposure to... -
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- Social Distancing in COVID-19: What Are the Implications for Musculoskeletal Problems and the Quality of Life?
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Kim TH, Jee HJ, Bae CW, Choi SA
- KMID: 2519960
- J Korean Phys Ther.
- 2021 Apr;33(2):84-90.
- doi: 10.18857/jkpt.2021.33.2.84
Purpose: This study examined the effects of social distancing in COVID-19 on musculoskeletal problems and the quality of life. Methods: One hundred and thirty-five subjects participated in this study and responded... -
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- Self-Reported Variables as Determinants of Upper Limb Musculoskeletal Symptoms in Assembly Line Workers
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Guerreiro MM, Serranheira F, Cruz EB, Sousa-Uva A
- KMID: 2509738
- Saf Health Work.
- 2020 Dec;11(4):491-499.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2020.07.008
Background Assembly lines work is frequently associated to work-related upper limb musculoskeletal disorders. The related disability and absenteeism make it important to implement efficient health surveillance systems. The main objective of... -
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- A Taxonomy of the Common Tasks and the Development of a Risk Index for Physical Load Assessment in Nursing Job
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Ryoo JJ, Lee KS, Koo JW
- KMID: 2506948
- Saf Health Work.
- 2020 Sep;11(3):335-346.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2020.05.004
Background: Nursing service is a nonroutine work with an excessive physical load and diverse tasks. This study derived representative common tasks based on the frequently occurring tasks with a high... -
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- Validation of the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index Short Form (WOMAC-SF) and Its Relevance to Disability and Frailty
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Park SH, Kang BH, Kim MJ, Kim B, Lee GY, Seo YM, Yoo JI, Park KS
- KMID: 2470922
- Yonsei Med J.
- 2020 Mar;61(3):251-256.
- doi: 10.3349/ymj.2020.61.3.251
PURPOSE: This study aimed to evaluate the validity of the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index Short Form (WOMAC-SF) for the assessment of musculoskeletal disorders. We evaluated whether WOMAC-SF... -
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- An Instrumented Workstation to Evaluate Weight-Bearing Distribution in the Sitting Posture
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Moriguchi , Sato TO, Coury HJ
- KMID: 2459743
- Saf Health Work.
- 2019 Sep;10(3):314-320.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2019.01.006
BACKGROUND: Sitting posture may be related to risk factors, including inadequate weight-bearing support, particularly when maintained for long periods. Considering that body weight is loaded in a closed support system... -
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- The Relationship between Firefighters' Work Demand and Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders: The Moderating Role of Task Characteristics
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Kodom-Wiredu JK
- KMID: 2447324
- Saf Health Work.
- 2019 Mar;10(1):61-66.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2018.05.004
BACKGROUND: Emergency workers such as firefighters are cataloged within the most demanding and injurious professions globally. Considering the health and safety implications in firefighting, a lot of research needs to... -
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- Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Greek Physiotherapists: Traditional and Emerging Risk Factors
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Anyfantis , Biska A
- KMID: 2425304
- Saf Health Work.
- 2018 Sep;9(3):314-318.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2017.09.003
BACKGROUND: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in the health industry are quite common, however, there have only been a few studies regarding physiotherapists, while in Greece, there is an apparent lack of... -
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- Common Upper Extremity Disorders and Function Affect Upper Extremity-Related Quality of Life: A Community-Based Sample from Rural Areas
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Moon DK, Park YJ, Song SY, Kim MJ, Park JS, Nam DC, Kim DH, Na JB, Lee SI, Hwang SC, Park KS
- KMID: 2412658
- Yonsei Med J.
- 2018 Jul;59(5):669-676.
- doi: 10.3349/ymj.2018.59.5.669
PURPOSE: Upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders (UEMDs), such as rotator cuff tear, epicondylitis, and hand osteoarthritis, have a negative impact on quality of life (QOL). In this study, we evaluated the... -
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- Vibration and Ergonomic Exposures Associated With Musculoskeletal Disorders of the Shoulder and Neck
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Charles LE, Ma CC, Burchfiel , Dong RG
- KMID: 2415412
- Saf Health Work.
- 2018 Jun;9(2):125-132.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2017.10.003
BACKGROUND: According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) accounted for 32% of all nonfatal injury and illness cases in 2014 among full-time workers. Our objective was... -
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- The association between long working hours and work-related musculoskeletal symptoms of Korean wage workers: data from the fourth Korean working conditions survey (a cross-sectional study)
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Lee JG, Kim GH, Jung SW, Kim SW, Lee JH, Lee KJ
- KMID: 2428633
- Ann Occup Environ Med.
- 2018 ;30(1):67.
- doi: 10.1186/s40557-018-0278-0
BACKGROUND: It has been reported that long working hours are hazardous to the workers’ health. Especially, work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) have been considered as one of the significant health issues... -
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- The Current Working Conditions in Ugandan Apparel Assembly Plants
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Tebyetekerwa M, Akankwasa , Marriam I
- KMID: 2401046
- Saf Health Work.
- 2017 Dec;8(4):378-385.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2017.01.005
BACKGROUND: The present rapid shift of industrialization from developed to developing countries requires developing countries to understand issues related to work organization, management, and working conditions. There are many factors... -
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- Musculoskeletal Disorders in Northeast Lobstermen
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Fulmer S, Buchholz B, Scribani M, Jenkins P
- KMID: 2394960
- Saf Health Work.
- 2017 Sep;8(3):282-289.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2016.12.004
BACKGROUND: The objective of this study was to report on the prevalence of musculoskeletal pain in lobstermen in the northeast USA. METHODS: Crews were randomly selected from those licensed to fish... -
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- Characteristics of occupational musculoskeletal disorders of five sectors in service industry between 2004 and 2013
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Choi HW, Kim YK, Kang DM, Kim JE, Jang BY
- KMID: 2455019
- Ann Occup Environ Med.
- 2017 ;29(1):41.
- doi: 10.1186/s40557-017-0198-4
BACKGROUND: ‘Work related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs)' have been mostly reported in the manufacturing industry but recently the occurrence of industrial injuries has been constantly increasing in the service industry. This... -
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- Hazards and health problems in occupations dominated by aged workers in South Korea
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Park J, Kim SG, Park JS, Han B, Kim KB, Kim Y
- KMID: 2455007
- Ann Occup Environ Med.
- 2017 ;29(1):27.
- doi: 10.1186/s40557-017-0177-9
BACKGROUND: South Korea's population is aging more rapidly than any other country. Aging of the productive population will lead to shortage of labor and the decreasing quality of the labor... -
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- Evaluation of Related Risk Factors in Number of Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Carpet Weavers in Iran
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Karimi N, Moghimbeigi A, Motamedzade M, Roshanaei
- KMID: 2425198
- Saf Health Work.
- 2016 Dec;7(4):322-325.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2016.04.004
BACKGROUND: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a common problem among carpet weavers. This study was undertaken to introduce affecting personal and occupational factors in developing the number of MSDs among carpet... -
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- Allied Health Professionals and Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders: A Systematic Review
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Anderson S, Oakman J
- KMID: 2425191
- Saf Health Work.
- 2016 Dec;7(4):259-267.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2016.04.001
Work-related musculoskeletal injuries and disorders (WMSD) are a significant issue in the health care sector. Allied Health professionals (AHP) in this sector are exposed to physical and psychosocial factors associated... -
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- An Analysis of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Butchers in Kano Metropolis, Nigeria
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Kaka B, Idowu OA, Fawole HO, Adeniyi AF, Ogwumike O, Toryila MT
- KMID: 2352380
- Saf Health Work.
- 2016 Sep;7(3):218-224.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2016.01.001
BACKGROUND: Butchering is often associated with high rates of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs). However, published work on the prevalence of WRMSDs among butchers in Nigeria is scarce. This is important... -
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- Promoting a Shared Representation of Workers' Activities to Improve Integrated Prevention of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
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Roquelaure Y
- KMID: 2388295
- Saf Health Work.
- 2016 Jun;7(2):171-174.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2016.02.001
Effective and sustainable prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WR-MSDs) remains a challenge for preventers and policy makers. Coordination of stakeholders involved in the prevention of WR-MSDs is a key factor... -
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- Work-Family Conflict, Task Interruptions, and Influence at Work Predict Musculoskeletal Pain in Operating Room Nurses
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Nutzi M, Koch P, Baur H, Elfering A
- KMID: 2317214
- Saf Health Work.
- 2015 Dec;6(4):329-337.
- doi: 10.1016/j.shaw.2015.07.011
BACKGROUND: The aim of this study is to examine the prevalence of musculoskeletal complaints in Swiss operating room (OR) nurses, and to investigate how work-family conflict, work interruptions, and influence... -
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