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Heng PP, Mohd Yusoff H, Hod R. Individual evaluation of fatigue at work to enhance the safety performance in the construction industry: A systematic review. PLoS One 2024; 19:e0287892. [PMID: 38324557 PMCID: PMC10849240 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0287892] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2023] [Accepted: 06/14/2023] [Indexed: 02/09/2024] Open
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The construction industry is recognized as one of the most hazardous industries globally due to the dynamic on site activities and labour-intensive characteristics. The construction tasks are physically and cognitively demanding therefore the construction workers are prone to work fatigue which compromises safety performance. The evaluation of fit for duty, or fitness for work (FFW) aims to determine if workers are at risk of adverse impacts of ill-health, injury or accidents. This systematic review aimed to critically summarize up-to-date measures and evaluation tools that were employed to monitor work fitness or fatigue specifically among construction workers. Adhering with the PRISMA protocol, three databases were searched from the inception to 2022, with a total combination of 37 keywords, concluding to the selection of 20 relevant articles. The Mixed Method Appraisal Tool (MMAT) was used as the guide for the study appraisal. A total of 20 articles were reviewed, published from 2008-2022. Majority of the studies employed experimental design. The review identified the subjective evaluation scales and objective measurement tool. The subjective self-response questionnaires can be categorized into single dimension or multidimension covering both physical and mental fitness; whereas the objective measurement tool can be categorized into physiological metrics, physical and cognitive performance measure. The available scientific evidence has raised the relevant issues for on-site practicality and potentially guide the formulation of evidence-based guidelines for the FFW assessment in the construction industry.
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- Pei Pei Heng
- Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Cheras, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Cheras, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Department of Public Health Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Cheras, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Leso V, Scalfi L, Giordano A, Reppuccia L, Guarino D, Fedele M, Iavicoli I. Association between health-related physical fitness indicators and working ability: a systematic review. J Occup Health 2024; 66:uiad006. [PMID: 38258935 PMCID: PMC11020302 DOI: 10.1093/joccuh/uiad006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Revised: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/02/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Work ability (WA) reflects a balance between work demands and an individual's ability to meet them. It is influenced by several occupational and health-related factors including the individual's physical fitness (PF). Therefore, the aim of the present study was to provide an overview of the possible relationship between PF measures and the individual's WA. METHODS A systematic review of studies published up to December 1, 2022 and available in PubMed, Scopus, and ISI Web of Science databases, was performed. Results have been summarized according to the specific PF parameter explored. RESULTS The 14 reviewed studies, enrolling 47 to 1005 workers, all showed a satisfactory methodological quality. Some positive evidence emerged for a possible association between changes in aerobic capacity, walking speed, balance, flexibility, muscle strength, and WA perception. However, the limited number of studies, their cross-sectional design, the different PF performance indicators, populations, and job tasks explored prevented definite conclusions. CONCLUSIONS Future longitudinal studies should be planned to confirm such positive results and identify PF indicators better predictive for changes in the WA of employees engaged in specific job tasks, particularly in physically demanding activities. This may be helpful to include PF performance tests in occupational health practice as an integrated part of risk assessment and management strategies as well as in health and well-being promotion plans.
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- Veruscka Leso
- Department of Public Health, Section of Occupational Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Federico II University Hospital, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Section of Occupational Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Section of Occupational Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Section of Occupational Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Section of Occupational Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Public Health, Section of Occupational Medicine, University of Naples Federico II, Via S. Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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Kearney J, Muir C, Smith K, Meadley B. Exploring factors associated with paramedic work-related psychological injury through data linkage. JOURNAL OF SAFETY RESEARCH 2023; 86:213-225. [PMID: 37718050 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsr.2023.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Revised: 03/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/16/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023]
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INTRODUCTION In comparison to the general population and other emergency services workers, paramedics experience high rates of work-related psychological injury. However, there is limited understanding of the case and practitioner-related factors that increase the risk of psychological injury among these workers. This paper aims to identify case and practitioner-related factors associated with paramedic work-related psychological injury in Victoria, Australia, through data linkage. METHODS Data linkage of 7,223 paramedic injury reports with electronic patient care records, and paramedic demographic data from the single state-wide ambulance service in Victoria, Australia - Ambulance Victoria. Injuries reported between 1 January 2015 and 30 June 2020 were included. Factors associated with paramedic psychological injury were assessed using multivariable logistic regression analysis. RESULTS A total of 4,641 (64%) injury reports were successfully linked, of which, 244 (5%) were psychological injuries. Shift hours between 0401 and 0800 (AOR 1.83; 95%CI: 1.12-2.97), cardiac arrest or deceased patient attendances (AOR 2.15; 95%CI: 1.06-4.34), hospital or medical center case locations (AOR 2.44; 95%CI: 1.22-4.91), and Priority 0 (AOR 2.27; 95%CI: 1.26-4.09), Priority 2 (AOR 1.56; 95%CI: 1.04-2.33), and Priority 3 (AOR 1.95; 95%CI: 1.15-3.32) dispatch codes were associated with increased odds of psychological injury. Increasing patient age (AOR 0.98; 95%CI: 0.97-0.99), and the absence of other emergency services on scene (AOR 0.50; 95%CI: 0.34-0.72) were associated with decreased odds of paramedic psychological injury. CONCLUSIONS This is the first study to collectively examine and identify EMS case and practitioner-related characteristics associated with paramedic psychological injury through data linkage of EMS agency-level data sources. PRACTICAL APPLICATION The findings of this study highlight the dispatch case characteristics that may increase the risk of a paramedic sustaining a work-related psychological injury, and consequently facilitate the early identification, intervention, and support of the individuals most at risk.
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- Jason Kearney
- Monash University Accident Research Centre, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.
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- Monash University Accident Research Centre, Monash University, Clayton, Victoria, Australia.
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- Department of Paramedicine, Monash University, Frankston, Victoria, Australia; Department of Epidemiology and Preventative Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia; Silverchain Group, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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- Department of Paramedicine, Monash University, Frankston, Victoria, Australia; Ambulance Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
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Virkkunen T, Husu P, Tokola K, Parkkari J, Kankaanpää M. Depressive Symptoms Are Associated With Decreased Quality of Life and Work Ability in Currently Working Health Care Workers With Recurrent Low Back Pain. J Occup Environ Med 2022; 64:782-787. [PMID: 35673261 PMCID: PMC9426739 DOI: 10.1097/jom.0000000000002586] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE This study investigates the association between depressive symptoms and multisite pain and health-related quality of life and work ability in currently employed health care workers with recurrent low back pain (LBP). METHODS Multisite pain, depressive symptoms, quality of life, and work ability were assessed by validated questionnaires. A generalized linear model was used for statistical analysis. RESULTS Notably, 28% of female health care workers with LBP had at least moderate levels of depressive symptoms. Depressive symptoms were significantly associated with decreased health-related quality of life and work ability. Multisite pain was not significantly associated with work ability. CONCLUSIONS Depressive symptoms are relatively common in female health care workers with LBP, and treatment of these symptoms may be crucial to improve their work ability.
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Hohmann E, Tetsworth K, Pieterse R. The Test-Retest Reliability of the Pieterse Protocol Return to Flight Assessment for Cabin Crew. Aerosp Med Hum Perform 2022; 93:551-556. [DOI: 10.3357/amhp.6007.2022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION: The purpose of this study was to assess test-retest reliability of the Pieterse return to flight duty protocol for cabin crew to return to flight duties.METHOD: Flight attendants between 20–50 yr old were included if they underwent rehabilitation
at the musculoskeletal rehabilitation unit for a musculoskeletal injury, surgical treatment for orthopedic trauma or industrial injuries, and were assessed by the treating physical therapist and aviation medical examiner to be ready for return to work. Test-retest reliability was calculated
with the Fleiss kappa coefficient.RESULTS: Included were 18 flight attendants (10 men, 34.9 ± 6.3 yr; 8 women, 34.2 ± 3.4 yr). Eight participants were rehabilitated following upper extremity injury, eight following lower extremity, and two following both upper and
lower extremity injury. Perfect test-retest reliability was observed for nine items; kappa values above 0.9 were observed for three items; one item had a kappa value above 0.8 and two items had a kappa value of 0.78. The results for all 15 items were highly significant, demonstrating that
the Fleiss kappa coefficients were significantly different from zero. The kappa coefficient strength of agreement was almost perfect for 13 and substantial for the remaining 3 items. Overall test-retest reliability was 0.95.DISCUSSION: This study demonstrated almost perfect test-retest
reliability for 13 items and substantial reliability for two items, with an overall test-retest reliability of 0.95 for a return to flight assessment for flight attendants. The Pieterse protocol is a reliable tool to establish return to work for cabin crew.Hohmann E, Tetsworth K, Pieterse
R. The test-retest reliability of the Pieterse protocol return to flight assessment for cabin crew. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2022; 93(7):551–556.
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Work ability and physical fitness among aging workers: the Finnish Retirement and Aging Study. Eur J Ageing 2022; 19:1301-1310. [PMID: 36692759 PMCID: PMC9729519 DOI: 10.1007/s10433-022-00714-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND With advancing age, physical capacity gradually decreases which may lead to decreased work ability, if the physical work requirements remain the same. Examination of the importance of physical fitness for work ability among aging workers will help to find potential strategies to promote work ability in old age. The aim of this study was to investigate the association between physical fitness and work ability among aging workers. METHODS Aging workers (n = 288, mean age 62.5, 83% women) from the Finnish Retirement and Aging study underwent cardiorespiratory, muscular fitness and functional testing. Work ability was inquired on a scale 0-10 from poor to excellent. Association between physical fitness indicators and work ability was examined using ordinary least squares regression, taking into account age, gender, occupational status, heavy physical work, body mass index and accelerometer-measured daily total physical activity. RESULTS VO2peak, modified push-up test and maximal walking speed were positively associated with work ability (β = 0.51, 95% confidence interval (CI) 0.29-0.74, β = 0.46, 95% CI 0.26-0.66 and β = 0.23, 95% CI 0.07-0.39, respectively), while chair rise test time was inversely associated with work ability (β = -0.23, 95% CI -0.39--0.06). No associations were found between hand grip strength or sit-up test and work ability. CONCLUSIONS Cardiorespiratory fitness, upper body strength, and lower extremity function were positively associated with work ability. Good physical fitness may help to maintain work ability among aging workers.
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Hogarth E, Bugden B, Liu KPY. Grip strength, functional range and anthropometric dimensions, and indication on fulfilling occupations in the home and workplace: A cross-sectional study. Br J Occup Ther 2022. [DOI: 10.1177/03080226221083228] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Introduction Little is known about the relationship between the types of grip strength, functional range, anthropometric measures, and function in the home and workplace. The study aimed to determine their relationships and explore their contributions to performing usual work duties and overall function in participants with and without hand and wrist injury. Method Forty-four participants were measured on Maximal Voluntary Isometric Grip Strength, Rapid Exchange Grip Contractions and Isometric Endurance, Forearm Length and Volumetry, and the Dart Thrower’s Motion (DTM) measure. They completed the Patient Rated Wrist and Hand Evaluation and the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand Work Module. Results The grip measures significantly correlated with Volumetry (r = 0.62–0.74) in participants with and without hand and wrist injury. The Isometric Endurance and DTM measure of the non-injured hand were found to be contributing factors for participants with hand and wrist injury when returning to usual work duties and overall function. Conclusion The non-injured hand function plays a role in the overall function for participants with hand and wrist injuries. Isometric Endurance and DTM measure could assist clinicians in determining suitable rehabilitation targets, resulting in a better function required for occupations in the home or workplace.
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- Eliza Hogarth
- Western Sydney University, School of Health Sciences, Penrith NSW, Australia
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- Inner West Hand Therapy & Rehabilitation, Summer Hill, NSW, Australia
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- Western Sydney University, School of Health Sciences, Penrith NSW, Australia
- Western Sydney University, Translational Health Research Institute, Penrith NSW, Australia
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Burr H, Lange S, Freyer M, Formazin M, Rose U, Nielsen ML, Conway PM. Physical and psychosocial working conditions as predictors of 5-year changes in work ability among 2078 employees in Germany. Int Arch Occup Environ Health 2022; 95:153-168. [PMID: 34175972 PMCID: PMC8755707 DOI: 10.1007/s00420-021-01716-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2020] [Accepted: 05/10/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine 5-year prospective associations between working conditions and work ability among employees in Germany. METHODS A cohort study (2011/2012-2017), based on a random sample of employees in employments subject to payment of social contributions aged 31-60 years (Study on Mental Health at Work; S-MGA; N = 2,078), included data on physical and quantitative demands, control (influence, possibilities for development, control over working time), relations (role clarity and leadership quality) and work ability (Work Ability Index, WAI; subscale 'subjective work ability and resources'). Data were analysed using linear regression. RESULTS Physical demands and control were associated with small 5-year changes in work ability (ΔR2 = 1%). Among the subgroup of employees with ≥ 25 sickness days, possibilities for development, control and quality of leadership were associated with changes in work ability (ΔR2 = 8%). CONCLUSIONS The impact of working conditions on long term changes in work ability seems to be negligible. However, in vulnerable subpopulations experiencing poor health, working conditions may be associated to a larger extent to work ability over this time span.
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- Hermann Burr
- Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA), Nöldnerstraße 40-42, 10317, Berlin, Germany.
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- Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA), Nöldnerstraße 40-42, 10317, Berlin, Germany
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- Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA), Nöldnerstraße 40-42, 10317, Berlin, Germany
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- Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA), Nöldnerstraße 40-42, 10317, Berlin, Germany
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- Federal Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (BAuA), Nöldnerstraße 40-42, 10317, Berlin, Germany
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Arokiasamy P, Selvamani Y, Jotheeswaran AT, Sadana R. Socioeconomic differences in handgrip strength and its association with measures of intrinsic capacity among older adults in six middle-income countries. Sci Rep 2021; 11:19494. [PMID: 34593926 PMCID: PMC8484588 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-99047-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2021] [Accepted: 09/20/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Handgrip strength, a measure of muscular strength is a powerful predictor of declines in intrinsic capacity, functional abilities, the onset of morbidity and mortality among older adults. This study documents socioeconomic (SES) differences in handgrip strength among older adults aged 50 years and over in six middle-income countries and investigates the association of handgrip strength with measures of intrinsic capacity-a composite of all the physical and mental capacities of an individual. Secondary data analysis of cross-sectional population-based data from six countries from the WHO's Study on global AGEing and adult health (SAGE) Wave 1 were conducted. Three-level linear hierarchical models examine the association of demographic, socioeconomic status and multimorbidity variables with handgrip strength. Regression-based Relative Index of Inequality (RII) examines socioeconomic inequalities in handgrip strength; and multilevel linear and logistic hierarchical regression models document the association between handgrip strength and five domains of intrinsic capacity: locomotion, psychological, cognitive capacity, vitality and sensory. Wealth quintiles are positively associated with handgrip strength among men across all countries except South Africa while the differences by education were notable for China and India. Work and nutritional status are positively associated with handgrip strength. Our findings provide new evidence of robust association between handgrip strength and other measures of intrinsic capacity and confirms that handgrip strength is a single most important measure of capacity among older persons.
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- P Arokiasamy
- International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Govandi Station Road, Mumbai, 400088, India
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- International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Govandi Station Road, Mumbai, 400088, India.
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- Department of Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health and Ageing, World Health Organization, 20 Avenue Appia, 1211, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Head, Ageing and Health, Department of Maternal, Newborn, Child, Adolescent Health and Ageing, World Health Organization, 20 Avenue Appia, 1211, Geneva, Switzerland
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Kadri Filho FE, São-João TIM, Alexandre NMC, de Lucca SR, Gallasch CH, Rodrigues RCM, Cornélio ME. Musculoskeletal symptoms, psychosocial factors and work ability in Brazilian labor justice workers. Work 2021; 69:917-926. [PMID: 34219687 DOI: 10.3233/wor-213524] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The implementation of the electronic judicial process (PJe) in recent years is associated with an increase in workload and stricter control through productivity targets in the Brazilian labor judiciary. OBJECTIVES To evaluate the relations between musculoskeletal symptoms, psychosocial factors and work ability in civil servants of a labor justice body in the context of the PJe. METHODS A cross-sectional exploratory study with a quantitative approach involving 449 workers. Sociodemographic, occupational and related data were collected through questionnaires validated in the Brazilian context. Data analysis was conducted by descriptive and inferential statistics: Mann-Whitney test, Spearman's correlation coefficient and multiple linear regression. RESULTS There was a correlation between musculoskeletal symptoms and psychosocial factors (p < 0.05), as well as between both musculoskeletal symptoms and psychosocial factors with reduced work ability (p < 0.05). The multiple linear regression model pointed to the female gender and the dimensions "demands", "control" and "peer support" as related to the musculoskeletal symptoms. CONCLUSION We highlight the importance of a broader approach, involving psychosocial factors in preventive actions related to musculoskeletal disorders considering the important relationship with work ability.
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Kadri-Filho FE, São-João TM, Alexandre NMC, Rodrigues RCM, Cornélio ME. Musculoskeletal symptoms and work ability in a context of electronic judicial process. Rev Bras Med Trab 2021; 19:3-12. [PMID: 33986775 PMCID: PMC8100759 DOI: 10.47626/1679-4435-2021-497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Introduction The recent transformations undergone by Brazilian labor court, especially with the introduction of electronic process of law (processo judicial eletrônico [PJe]), had a significant influence on how people work. Objectives This study aimed to evaluate the occurrence of musculoskeletal symptoms and work ability in public sector employees working in a specialized labor court body. Methods A cross-sectional study was conducted with 449 workers, who provided demographic and occupational information and completed the Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) and the Work Ability Index (WAI). Results Symptoms occurred more frequently in wrists/hands (62.4%), shoulders (62.1%), and neck (60.4%) in the past 12 months, and in the neck (29.8%), shoulders (29.4%), and wrists/hands (29.2%) in the past 7 days. The mean WAI score was 38.7 (6.4), and 31.4% of participants had poor or moderate work ability. WAI scores were poorer when participants had previous problems, and the number of body segments involved in complaints was greater among those with inadequate work ability. Conclusions Higher frequency of musculoskeletal symptoms in wrists/hands, shoulders, and neck may be related to using PJe for work and is associated with poorer work ability scores, highlighting the importance of preventive interventions for work-related musculoskeletal disorders.
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Jennen JGM, Jansen NWH, van Amelsvoort LGPM, Slangen JJM, Kant IJ. Associations between depressive complaints and indicators of labour participation among older Dutch employees: a prospective cohort study. Int Arch Occup Environ Health 2021; 94:391-407. [PMID: 33084927 PMCID: PMC8032620 DOI: 10.1007/s00420-020-01584-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2019] [Accepted: 09/30/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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PURPOSE European policy measures have led to an increased net labour participation of older employees. Yet, via different routes (for instance disability schemes) employees still often leave the labour market early. Mental health may be an important factor hindering labour participation. Aims of this study are twofold: first, to examine the relationship between mental health-particularly depressive complaints-and indicators of labour participation among older employees over a 2-year follow-up period and second, to explore the impact of different work contexts when studying this relation. METHODS A subsample of older employees (aged > 45 years; n = 1253) from the Maastricht Cohort Study was studied. Depressive complaints were assessed using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale. Logistic and Cox regression analyses covered 2 years of follow-up and were also stratified for relevant work-related factors. RESULTS Employees with mild depressive complaints showed statistically significantly higher risks for poor mental workability (HR 2.60, 95% CI 1.14-5.92) and high psychological disengagement levels (HR 2.35, 95% CI 1.21-4.57) over time compared to employees without depressive complaints. Within various work contexts, for instance in which employees perform physically demanding work or have high psychological job demands, significantly stronger associations were found between depressive complaints and poor mental workability over time. CONCLUSIONS This study shows strong longitudinal associations between depressive complaints and indicators of labour participation, also within different work contexts over time. Results provide valuable input for developing preventive measure aiming to enhance sustainable labour participation of older employees.
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- Jacqueline G M Jennen
- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, P. O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, P. O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, P. O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, P. O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology, School for Public Health and Primary Care (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, P. O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Osailan A. The relationship between smartphone usage duration (using smartphone's ability to monitor screen time) with hand-grip and pinch-grip strength among young people: an observational study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:186. [PMID: 33588812 PMCID: PMC7885228 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04054-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2020] [Accepted: 02/04/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background The use of smartphones has become widely popular, especially among young people, for multiple purposes other than communication, including gaming and internet browsing. The hand and wrist weakness is one of the main complications associated with the increased use of smartphones. This weakness occurs due to the repetitive flexion and extension of the wrist, thumb, and fingers, leading to a significant musculoskeletal pathology. Little is known about the relationship between smartphone usage duration (using the phones ability to monitor screen time) and hand-grip, pinch-grip strength. Therefore, the study was aimed to investigate the association between smartphone usage duration and hand-grip, pinch-grip strength among young people. Methods One hundred young males volunteered to participate in the study. Participants were briefly examined for height and weight using a portable stadiometer and a digital scale. Hand-grip, pinch-grip strength measurement was performed using a hand-held dynamometer. Smartphones usage duration was obtained from the daily average screen time reported in the last seven days. Results Mean daily usage of smartphone among the participants was 7.8 ± 2.2. There was a weak significant inverse relationship between smartphone usage duration and hand-grip strength (r=-.22, p = .03) and pinch-grip strength (r=-.28, p = .004). Linear regression revealed that 18.8 % of the variance in hand-grip strength and 20.4 % of the variance in pinch-grip strength was explained by age, and smartphone usage duration, with the addition of BMI only to hand-grip strength (p’s < 0.00). Conclusions Prolonged use of smartphones was related to weaker hand-grip and pinch-grip. Despite the weak relationship, the study showed that smartphone usage duration might contribute as a factor along with age to hand muscles’ strength.
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- Ahmad Osailan
- Physical Therapy and Health Rehabilitation, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Prince Sattam bin Abdulaziz University, Riyadh Region, 16237, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia.
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Effect of work-related factors on the prevalence of peptic ulcer disease among Korean workers: a nationwide population-based study. Int Arch Occup Environ Health 2020; 93:965-973. [PMID: 32355999 DOI: 10.1007/s00420-020-01546-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2019] [Accepted: 04/24/2020] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Working environment such as psychosocial factors impacts the health of workers. However, few studies have assessed the association of work-related factors with the prevalence of peptic ulcer disease (PUD) in large population based study. METHODS After exclusion of military personnel, 16,099 wage workers (20 ≤ age ≤ 65 years) from the Fourth Korea National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (2008-2011) were included in this study. Job status was defined as the place of employment of longest duration. To evaluate the working environment, we used a comprehensive work-stressor measure. Univariate and multivariable regression analyses were performed to assess the effect of occupation type on the prevalence of PUD. RESULTS Among the subjects, 5540, 3398, and 7161 were white-, pink-, and blue-collar workers, respectively. The prevalence of PUD was highest among blue-collar workers (n = 336, 7.1%), followed by pink-collar (n = 116, 5.1%) and white-collar (n = 180, 4.9%) workers. In the multivariable analysis, work type and uncomfortable gestures were independently associated with the risk of PUD. Compared with office workers, operators in industrial plants and machine operators had a significantly higher prevalence of PUD (odds ratio, 1.9; 95% confidence interval, 1.1-3.3) after adjusting for age, socioeconomic factors, sex, smoking, alcohol consumption, daily exercise, sleep duration, and working conditions. DISCUSSION In conclusion, work-related factors, particularly blue-collar work and uncomfortable job gestures, are independently associated with the risk of PUD. Therefore, it is important to monitor the development of PUD in workers exposed to these factors.
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Lebde N, Burns J, Mackey M, Baldwin J, McKay M. Normative reference values and physical factors associated with work ability: a cross-sectional observational study. Occup Environ Med 2020; 77:231-237. [PMID: 32079715 DOI: 10.1136/oemed-2019-106248] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2019] [Revised: 01/06/2020] [Accepted: 01/22/2020] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To establish normative reference values for work ability in healthy Australian adults using the Work Ability Score and investigate the association of physical performance factors. METHODS The Work Ability Score was collected from 720 participants aged 18-101 years from the 1000 Norms Project. Physical performance was evaluated by assessing isometric strength of 13 muscle groups; flexibility of six joints; and 11 functional measures categorised as gross motor, fine motor and balance tasks. Correlations and multiple regression analyses were performed to identify physical performance factors independently associated with work ability. RESULTS Age-stratified reference values were generated for work ability. Work ability increased during young adulthood (18-44 years) and declined from middle adulthood (45-64 years) into older adulthood (≥65 years), with no sex differences. Greater gross motor function and balance correlated with work ability (r=-0.498 to -0.285; p<0.001). Multiple regression identified younger age, being employed and a faster timed up and down stairs test as significant independent factors associated with work ability (r2=0.333, p<0.001). CONCLUSIONS Reference data can be used to identify individuals with low work ability. This study has identified physical factors associated with work ability that can potentially be targeted to maintain longevity in work. Physical tests such as the timed up and down stairs test may assist in the development of objective job-specific screening tools to assess work ability, supplementing subjective evaluation.
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- Nadine Lebde
- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Discipline of Physiotherapy, Ageing, Work and Health Research Unit, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Clinical Sciences, Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, New Zealand
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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