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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) have been documented among various occupational groups in Nigeria. However, there is limited data on the prevalence of WMSDs among call center operators (CCOs).~Background~To determine the prevalence of WMSDs among CCOs in Nigeria and to explore the extent to which these discomforts impact the daily work activities of the respondents.~Objective~374 respondents who were randomly selected from 4 telecommunication companies in Lagos State, Nigeria, participated in this study. They were asked to complete a pre-tested questionnaire designed to capture the prevalence, impact and associated risk factors of WMSDs among CCOs.~Methods~42% and 65.2% of respondents experienced at least one WMSDs in the past 7 days, and 12 months, respectively. Women and CCOs who received calls with hand-held phones rather than headsets reported more discomforts during both 7 days and 12 months periods. Neck, shoulder, upper back, and lower back were the most affected areas during past 7 days and 12 months. Discomforts in the neck, low back, and knees prevented most of the respondents from performing their daily work.~Results~WMSDs have a serious impact on the daily job activities of the CCOs in Nigeria.~Conclusion [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study was carried out to investigate the prevalence, pattern, impact, risk factors and the anatomical parts of the body most frequently affected by musculoskeletal disorders among bottling company workers. The study was a cross-sectional descriptive survey. All participants were evaluated using a 46- item questionnaire. There was a 12-month prevalence (83%) of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMDs) among the bottling company workers. The result showed that the most commonly affected body part was the low back (70.2%). There was a high prevalence of WRMDs among bottling company workers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]