Gender differences in occupations and complaints of musculoskeletal symptoms: Representative sample of South Korean workers
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DOI: 10.1002/ajim.22698
Abstract: INTRODUCTION The present study examines gender differences in occupations, occupational hazards, and musculoskeletal symptoms in Korean workers. METHODS We performed a secondary analysis of data from the fourth Korean Working Conditions Survey (KWCS). RESULTS Relative… read more here.
Keywords: gender differences; back pain; korean workers; musculoskeletal symptoms ... See more keywords
Yersinia enterocolitica biotype 1A: a possible new trigger of reactive arthritis
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DOI: 10.1007/s00296-017-3816-0
Abstract: Yersinia enterocolitica (YE) biotype 1A is generally considered non-pathogenic, and the role of it in causing reactive musculoskeletal complications is unclear. We evaluated the capability of YE biotype 1A to induce reactive arthritis (ReA) and… read more here.
Keywords: reactive arthritis; enterocolitica biotype; musculoskeletal symptoms; biotype ... See more keywords
Work-related musculoskeletal symptoms amongst Otolaryngologists and Head and Neck surgeons in Canada
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DOI: 10.1007/s00405-017-4787-1
Abstract: The first objective of this study was to identify work-related musculoskeletal symptoms and determine their prevalence in the practice of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck surgery in Canada. The second objective was to establish potential… read more here.
Keywords: work related; musculoskeletal symptoms; related musculoskeletal; ergonomics ... See more keywords
Comparison of lift use, perceptions, and musculoskeletal symptoms between ceiling lifts and floor-based lifts in patient handling.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apergo.2019.102954
Abstract: Lifting equipment can reduce the risk of injury from patient handling, but limited availability and adoption have been a persistent problem. Data from statewide surveys of California nurses (N = 389) in 2013 and 2016 were analyzed… read more here.
Keywords: ceiling lifts; patient handling; musculoskeletal symptoms; use ... See more keywords
Influence of adherence to autonomous job rotation on musculoskeletal symptoms, occupational exposure, and work ability
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ergon.2021.103165
Abstract: Abstract Job rotation is widely used in the manufacturing industry. The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of adherence to autonomous job rotation on the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms, occupational exposure, and… read more here.
Keywords: work ability; job; musculoskeletal symptoms; job rotation ... See more keywords
Midwives are getting hurt: UK survey of the prevalence and risk factors for developing musculoskeletal symptoms.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.midw.2019.102546
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To investigate the prevalence, severity and impact of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and to explore individual, work-related and psychosocial risk factors DESIGN: A cross sectional survey SETTING: A self-reported online questionnaire was used to collect… read more here.
Keywords: survey; musculoskeletal symptoms; risk factors; low back ... See more keywords
Associations of office workers’ objectively assessed occupational sitting, standing and stepping time with musculoskeletal symptoms
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DOI: 10.1080/00140139.2018.1462891
Abstract: Abstract We examined the association of musculoskeletal symptoms (MSS) with workplace sitting, standing and stepping time, as well as sitting and standing time accumulation (i.e. usual bout duration of these activities), measured objectively with the… read more here.
Keywords: sitting standing; standing stepping; time; musculoskeletal symptoms ... See more keywords
Work exposures and mental and musculoskeletal symptoms in organic farming.
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DOI: 10.1080/00140139.2021.1974102
Abstract: This study focussed on harmful exposures and mental and musculoskeletal symptoms in organic and conventional farming using interview data of Finnish farmers over the winter of 2014-2015. The data consisted of 2,169 full-time farmers, out… read more here.
Keywords: mental musculoskeletal; musculoskeletal symptoms; symptoms organic; exposures mental ... See more keywords
Do men and women have different musculoskeletal symptoms at the same musculoskeletal discomfort level?
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DOI: 10.1080/00140139.2022.2088854
Abstract: Abstract Owing to biological and social factors, illness-related musculoskeletal symptoms tend to vary between men and women. However, in the past, conceptualised discomfort metrics were applied uniformly to both genders. This study aimed to develop… read more here.
Keywords: musculoskeletal symptoms; discomfort; men women; level ... See more keywords
Influence of gender and age on musculoskeletal symptoms in white-collar and blue-collar workers: a cross-sectional study
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DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2022.2037325
Abstract: Objectives. This study aimed to identify the prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms among blue-collar and white-collar workers stratified by gender and age. Methods. The sample was composed of 390 blue-collar and 510 white-collar workers. Musculoskeletal symptoms… read more here.
Keywords: gender age; musculoskeletal symptoms; white collar; collar workers ... See more keywords
Associations between observed time sitting at work and musculoskeletal symptoms: a repeated-measures study of manufacturing workers
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DOI: 10.1080/10803548.2022.2043638
Abstract: Time sitting at work is known to affect health overall, but its specific effects on musculoskeletal symptoms are unclear. We evaluated the relationship between observed time sitting at work and self-reported musculoskeletal symptoms among 195… read more here.
Keywords: time sitting; musculoskeletal symptoms; manufacturing workers; sitting work ... See more keywords