Association of risk factors with musculoskeletal disorders in manual-working farmers.
The current study is aimed at recognizing the risk factors for major work-related issues (ie, musculoskeletal disorders [MSDs]) among 138 manual-working farmers. Data were collected using modified Standardized Nordic Questionnaire and the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment score sheet. Different factors influencing MSDs were detected using logistic regression methods. The highest occurrence rate for MSDs was observed in the lower back (71.4%), followed by fingers (62.1%), shoulders (56.4%), and hands/wrists (55%). Factors such as age, gender, daily working hours, hand dominance, perceived fatigue, and work experience were found to be associated with MSDs in one or more upper body regions. The outcome of multinomial regression showed that gender is the most influencing factor for MSDs in all upper body regions except the shoulders. The outcomes of study indicate high occurrence of MSDs among manual-working farmers and highlight the significance of individual and work-related factors.
a Department of Mechanical Engineering , Malaviya National Institute of Technology, JLN Marg , Jaipur , India.
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a Department of Mechanical Engineering , Malaviya National Institute of Technology, JLN Marg , Jaipur , India.
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a Department of Mechanical Engineering , Malaviya National Institute of Technology, JLN Marg , Jaipur , India.
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a Department of Mechanical Engineering , Malaviya National Institute of Technology, JLN Marg , Jaipur , India.
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D000328:Adult; D003430:Cross-Sectional Studies; D000067565:Farmers; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007194:India / Q000453:epidemiology; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009140:Musculoskeletal Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000209:etiology; D009784:Occupational Diseases / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000209:etiology; D012307:Risk Factors; D055815:Young Adult
Agriculture; farmers; logistic models; low back pain; risk factors