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Musculoskeletal disorders in construction workers

E Holmström1, U Moritz, G Engholm

  • 1Bygghälsan, Malmö, Sweden.

Occupational Medicine (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|April 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

This study examines physical, psychosocial, and individual factors contributing to musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in construction workers. It reviews clinical findings for various MSDs, highlighting risks in this demanding occupation.

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Construction Safety

Background:

  • Construction work involves significant physical demands.
  • Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are prevalent in the construction industry.
  • Understanding contributing factors is crucial for prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe physical risk factors for MSDs in construction workers.
  • To review clinical findings of common MSDs in this population.
  • To consider psychosocial and individual factors influencing MSD development.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of physical factors.
  • Clinical findings review for muscular, tendon, articular, spinal, and nerve entrapment disorders.
  • Consideration of psychosocial and individual worker factors (age, smoking, endurance).

Main Results:

  • Physical factors are primary contributors to MSDs.
  • Specific clinical presentations of various MSDs are detailed.
  • Psychosocial and individual factors also play a role in MSDs.

Conclusions:

  • MSDs in construction workers result from a combination of physical, psychosocial, and individual factors.
  • Comprehensive risk assessment and targeted interventions are needed.
  • Further research into the interplay of these factors is warranted.

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