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Marzena Malińska¹

¹Centralny Instytut Ochrony Pracy - Państwowy Instytut Badawczy / Central Institute for Labour Protection - National Research Institute, Warsaw, Poland (Zakład Ergonomii, Pracownia Fizjologii i Higieny Pracy / Department of Ergonomics, Laboratory of Physiology and Hygiene of Work). mamal@ciop.pl.

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Summary

Prolonged sitting in incorrect postures causes musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) in computer operators. This review analyzes MSD causes, prevalence, and economic impact, highlighting risks for the working population.

Keywords:

computer computer operators ergonomics of computer work musculoskeletal diseases musculoskeletal disorders working conditions

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Area of Science:

Occupational Health
Ergonomics
Public Health

Background:

Prolonged sitting, even with low physical exertion, is a significant risk factor for musculoskeletal disorders (MSD).
MSDs are a prevalent health issue among the working population, impacting productivity and well-being.
Computer operators are particularly susceptible due to the nature of their work.

Purpose of the Study:

To review and analyze existing literature on the occurrence of MSD among computer operators.
To classify the types of MSD and identify their primary causes.
To discuss recent data on MSD prevalence and associated economic costs.

Main Methods:

Literature review and analysis of selected scientific articles.
Examination of data on MSD occurrence, classification, and etiology.
Discussion of recent reports and economic impact assessments.

Main Results:

Sedentary work, especially when prolonged and in poor posture, frequently leads to MSD.
Key factors contributing to MSD include prolonged static postures and ergonomic deficiencies.
Significant economic costs arise from sick leave and inability to work due to MSD.

Conclusions:

Addressing ergonomic factors and promoting movement during sedentary work is crucial for preventing MSD in computer operators.
Awareness and early intervention strategies are necessary to mitigate the impact of MSD.
Further research into effective prevention and management of MSD in occupational settings is warranted.