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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Sociology
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Sociodemographic and work-related factors influence upper extremity function.
  • Understanding gender-specific differences is crucial for targeted interventions.
  • Previous research has not fully elucidated these gender-based distinctions in functional limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate gender distinctions in upper extremity function.
  • To identify work-related factors affecting daily living and work performance.
  • To analyze gender differences in functional limitations across various activities.

Main Methods:

  • A questionnaire assessed disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand (DASH), accident/disease history, work duration, marital status, job satisfaction, autonomy, and physical demands.
  • 1,173 workers (987 males, 186 females) completed the DASH disability and optional work modules.
  • Data analysis focused on identifying correlations between sociodemographic/work factors and upper extremity function by gender.

Main Results:

  • Females reported higher upper extremity functional limitations in work and daily living compared to males.
  • Male limitations correlated with household work, accident history, work duration, job satisfaction, physical demand, and autonomy.
  • Female limitations were associated with disease history, job satisfaction, and physical demands; company size affected males, while marriage/hobbies influenced females.

Conclusions:

  • Sociodemographic and work-related factors exert differential influences on male and female upper extremity function.
  • Recognizing these gender-specific impacts is essential for addressing functional limitations.
  • Further research is needed on the role of societal changes and risk mitigation in musculoskeletal health.