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Predictors of musculoskeletal symptoms in radiology technologists in Austria, Europe
Christoph Augner1, Gerlinde Kaiser2
1Institute for Human Resources Research in Health Care, University Clinics of the Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg, Austria.
Background:
Musculoskeletal symptoms (MSS) are a major health problem in health professionals. However, there is very little evidence about predictors of MSS in the group of radiology technologists.
Objectives:
The aim of this study was to identify prevalence and predictors of MSS in radiology technologists working in Austrian Hospitals.
Methods:
272 radiology technologists completed a self-report questionnaire including MSS, work demands, work strain and well-being (WHO-5 questionnaire).
Results:
Lower back pain and upper back pain are the most frequent MSS in radiology technologists. A high proportion of participants experience these symptoms every day (20.1% and 19.8%, respectively). Work strain, age and well-being were the best predictors for MSS in a regression model.
Conclusions:
MSS is a major health issue for radiology technologist working in hospitals. Our results provide evidence for the assumption that psychological factors play an important role in development of MSS. Thus, beside physical health promotion programs (e.g. safe patient handling), psychological intervention may have positive effects on MSS.
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