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Low back strain in Danish semi-skilled construction work.

M Damlund1, S Gøth, P Hasle

  • 1Department of Work Environment, Technical University of Denmark, DK-2800 Lyngby, Denmark.

Applied Ergonomics
|March 1, 1986
PubMed
Summary

Danish semi-skilled construction workers experience high rates of low back pain (LBP). Key occupational risk factors identified include heavy lifting, repetitive movements, and inclined postures, contributing to LBP development in this group.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Ergonomics
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Semi-skilled construction workers (SC-workers) in Denmark exhibit a high prevalence of low back pain (LBP).
  • Previous studies suggest a link between occupational activities and LBP in this demographic.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify major occupational risk factors contributing to the development of LBP among Danish SC-workers.
  • Investigate the association between specific physical demands and LBP incidence.

Main Methods:

  • An occupational activity study involving 112 SC-workers over two five-day periods on construction sites.
  • An observational study focusing on the nine most common work tasks performed by SC-workers.
  • Strain assessments based on established literature techniques.

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Main Results:

  • Heavy lifts, pushing/pulling motions, and sudden unexpected strains were identified as the most frequent activities.
  • Inclined postures, repetitive movements, and whole-body vibrations were characteristic of specific work tasks.
  • These physical demands are significantly associated with LBP in SC-workers.

Conclusions:

  • Occupational factors such as heavy lifting, repetitive motions, and awkward postures are significant contributors to low back pain in Danish semi-skilled construction workers.
  • Understanding and mitigating these risks are crucial for preventing LBP and improving worker health in the construction industry.