A Cross-Sectional Survey of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Physiotherapists Using Orebro Musculoskeletal Pain Questionnaire (OMPQ)

Author(s): Rohit Balasaheb Rahane (corresponding author) [1]; Nupoor Sanjiv Kulkarni [1]; Aditi Pramod Khot [1] INTRODUCTION World Health Organization defines work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) as a health problem that involves [...]
Background: Physiotherapists in India are at a high risk of work-related musculoskeletal disorder (WRMSD). Faulty ergonomics and incorrect patient handling techniques are the common causes of WRMSDs. The disabilities caused due to musculoskeletal injuries are the frequent cause of absenteeism from work. Aim and Method: The aim of this cross-sectional survey is to investigate the occurrence of WRMSDs among physiotherapists in Maharashtra using Orebro Musculoskeletal Pain Questionnaire. Responses were obtained through Google forms and analyzed. Three hundred sixty physiotherapists who fulfilled the inclusion criteria were recruited for the study. All the participants responded to the questionnaire. Result: The prevalence of WRMSDs was found to be highest in age of 23-30 years (87.22%) and less in age of 41-50 years (2.22%). Most common affected area was neck (43.6%) and lower back (43.1%). Conclusion: This study highlights the high incidence of WRMSDs among physiotherapists in Maharashtra. Keywords: Ergonomics, physiotherapist, work-related musculoskeletal disorders