Journal article
Work-related upper quadrant musculoskeletal disorders in midwives, nurses and physicians: A systematic review of risk factors and functional consequences
Applied Ergonomics, Vol.43(3), pp.455-467
2012
Abstract
Background: Given a worldwide shortage of primary health care workers predicted to worsen, it is vital to address sources of attrition among these professionals. One such source may be work-related musculoskeletal disorders. We aimed to identify risk factors for and functional consequences of work-related upper quadrant musculoskeletal disorders in midwives, nurses and physicians. Methods: Eighteen of 87 studies identified from an electronic database search met the inclusion and quality criteria. Results: Job demands, demanding work schedules and physical exposures have the strongest associations with work-related upper quadrant musculoskeletal disorders. Functional consequences included widespread use of prescription and over-the-counter medications and major negative impact on activities of daily living. No studies of midwives were located. Conclusion: High-quality studies of midwives as well as better-designed prospective studies of nurses and physicians are needed. Results of such studies could inform preventive strategies and reduce the contribution of work-related musculoskeletal disorders to attrition. © 2011 Elsevier Ltd and The Ergonomics Society.
Details
- Title
- Work-related upper quadrant musculoskeletal disorders in midwives, nurses and physicians: A systematic review of risk factors and functional consequences
- Authors
- M H Long (Author) - University of QueenslandV Johnston (Author) - University of QueenslandFiona E Bogossian (Author) - University of Queensland
- Publication details
- Applied Ergonomics, Vol.43(3), pp.455-467
- Publisher
- Pergamon
- Date published
- 2012
- DOI
- 10.1016/j.apergo.2011.07.002
- ISSN
- 0003-6870
- Organisation Unit
- School of Health; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Health and Sport Sciences - Legacy; School of Health and Behavioural Sciences - Legacy
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99450887002621
- Output Type
- Journal article
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