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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a growing global health concern.
  • While well-documented in developed countries, evidence from developing nations is less extensive.
  • Understanding WMSDs in the developing world is crucial due to unique occupational exposures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the existing evidence on the prevalence and risk factors of WMSDs in developing countries.
  • To highlight occupations with particularly high prevalence in these regions.
  • To discuss management strategies, emphasizing workplace interventions.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of literature on WMSDs in developing countries.
  • Analysis of prevalence data across various occupations.
  • Identification of specific risk factors and unique occupational exposures.

Main Results:

  • Prevalence of WMSDs in developing countries ranges from 37% to 92% in specific worker groups (e.g., nurses).
  • Occupations like 'coolies' (cervical spondylosis) and women carrying head loads (spinal disorders) show high prevalence.
  • Risk factors are similar to developed countries, but higher workloads and increased female/child labor exacerbate risk.

Conclusions:

  • WMSDs pose a significant health burden in developing countries, with notable variations across occupations.
  • Effective management relies on workplace interventions, adaptable to low-resource settings.
  • Collaboration between healthcare providers, workers, and employers is essential for implementing cost-effective solutions.