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Prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in anesthesiologists in Ismailia Governorate

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EGYPTIAN JOURNAL OF ANAESTHESIA
卷 39, 期 1, 页码 289-295

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TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD
DOI: 10.1080/11101849.2023.2193016

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Anesthesiologists; musculoskeletal disorders; prevalence; work

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This study investigated the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) among anesthesiologists in Ismailia/Egypt, as well as their related risk factors. The results showed that a significant proportion of anesthesiologists suffer from WRMSDs, with back pain and neck pain being the most commonly reported symptoms. Possible risk factors included excessive bending and twisting, poor work ergonomics, and suboptimal patient positioning. Anesthesiologists also reported sleep difficulties, anxiety, and the need for medication to control pain, but did not require sick leave.
Aim Detect the prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among anesthesiologists and their related risk factors. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted on anesthesia and intensive care physicians in Ismailia/Egypt from June to July 2022. The questionnaire had three parts. The first part consisted of participants' demographic data. The second focused on musculoskeletal disorders and possible risk factors. The last one questioned the impact of musculoskeletal disorders on the participants. Results The mean age of the studied population was 35.65 +/- 7.734. Thirty-eight (41.8%) participants worked for 60-80 hours/week. The whole study participants reported the presence of at least one form of MSDs. Back pain was the most reported pain (78%), followed by neck pain (50.5%). Possible risk factors included the need for excessive bending and twisting, poor work ergonomics that needs improvement as reported by (81.3%) of participants and suboptimizing patient's position before specific procedures by two thirds of the participants. The physicians reported difficulty falling asleep, feeling anxious, and needing medication to control pain; however, they did not require sick leave (79.1%). Conclusion A significant proportion of anesthetists suffer from WRMSDs. Work ergonomics need improvement.

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