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Musculoskeletal symptoms (MSS) are common among sonographers, with wrist/forearm pain being most prevalent. Ergonomic practices and workplace factors significantly influence MSS prevalence, highlighting the need for targeted interventions.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Diagnostic Imaging

Background:

  • Sonographers frequently encounter repetitive physical stressors during their work.
  • These stressors can lead to musculoskeletal symptoms (MSS), impacting job performance and overall health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the prevalence of MSS among sonographers.
  • To investigate the relationship between MSS and ergonomic practices, demographics, and work-related factors.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional survey was administered to 71 sonographers in various healthcare settings.
  • Data collected included demographics, ergonomic practices, work conditions, and reported MSS.
  • Chi-square tests were employed to analyze associations between variables.

Main Results:

  • Wrist/forearm pain was the most reported MSS (86%), followed by neck (75%) and shoulder pain (73%).
  • Positive ergonomic practices like sitting during scans and maintaining a neutral spine correlated with reduced neck pain.
  • Ergonomic chairs were associated with less wrist/forearm pain. Gender, employment setting, qualification, and professional rank showed significant associations with specific MSS.
  • Age and experience levels did not show significant correlations with MSS.

Conclusions:

  • Wrist and forearm pain are highly prevalent among sonographers.
  • Ergonomic interventions, alongside considerations for gender, employment, professional rank, and workload, are crucial for managing MSS.
  • Implementing ergonomic adjustments and risk-specific training is essential for sonographer well-being.