The prevalence of musculoskeletal diseases among casual dock workers.
This study identified the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among casual dockworkers. This is a retrospective and quantitative study, the data sources of which included the medical files of dockworkers from 2000 to 2009. Data were collected in a medical service for dockworkers using a previously developed form; descriptive quantitative analysis was performed. Ethical aspects were complied with. A total of 15.8% of the diagnoses identified among male workers referred to musculoskeletal disorders. Individuals older than 52 years of age and with more than 21 years working in the field predominated. The most frequent musculoskeletal diseases included low back pain (38.8%), tendinitis (19.7%), and neck pain (12.5%). These diseases can be prevented through health interventions, confirming the importance of developing clinical support in nursing in order to improve the quality of life of dockworkers.
Universidade Federal do Rio Grande, Rua Almirante Barroso 197, Rio Grande, RS, Brazil. marlisealmeida@msn.com
Marlise Capa Verde de
MC
Almeida
Marta Regina
MR
Cezar-Vaz
Jorgana Fernanda de Souza
JF
Soares
Mara Regina Santos da
MR
Silva
D001938:Brazil / Q000453:epidemiology; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009140:Musculoskeletal Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology*; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology*; D015995:Prevalence; D012189:Retrospective Studies; D016474:Weight-Bearing