Prevalence of common musculoskeletal disorder among the sitting and standing position of garments worker at a selected garments factory in Savar City

Abstract

Purpose: The study was done to identify the prevalence of common musculoskeletal disorder among sitting and standing position in the garments worker. Objective: To identify the prevalence of common musculoskeletal disorder among sitting and standing position in the garments worker .Method: The study design was cross-sectional. Total 100 samples were selected conveniently for this study from a selected garments factory, at Savar. Data was collected by using mixed type of questionnaire. Descriptive statistic was used for data analysis. Result: The result of the study shows that, participants had age range between 25-36 years (42%) years is more vulnerable. Most of the participant‟s education level was below primary (39%). The duration of job experience 0-1 years (32.1%) most commonly suffered by the WRMDs. In this research, the researcher found the participants had musculoskeletal disorders with higher prevalence of pain. The result indicates that most pain of the body regions is in the lower back (23.4%), upper back (17.2%) and neck (17.2%). The maximum severity of symptom was moderate (45.3%). The most common risk factors were working in same position for long time in pushing (51.6%) during standing and most common risk factor in sewing (40.6%) during sitting. Only 32% participants had taken physiotherapy treatment for their condition. The percentages of prognosis were improved in (64%). Conclusion: The study was represents the strong evidence that prevalence of common musculoskeletal disorder among sitting and standing position in the garments worker. In order to reduce musculoskeletal problems, correct postural practices, proper design of tools and equipment significantly can prevent MSDs. Key words: WRMDs, garments worker.