Abstract:
Purpose: The study was done to identify the prevalence of WRMDs among the
restaurant workers. Objective: To identify the common work related musculoskeletal
disorders among the restaurant workers. Method: The study design was cross-
sectional. Total 100 samples were selected conveniently for this study from a
restaurant The Westin Dhaka. Data was collected by using mixed type of
questionnaire. Descriptive statistic was used for data analysis. Result: The result of
the study shows that 78% participants had WRMDs and age range between 42-55
(27%) years is more vulnerable. Male (72%) was predominantly more affected than
female (28%). Most of the education level was Diploma (59%). The duration of job
experience 6-10 years (43.6%) most commonly suffered by the WRMDs. In this
research, the researcher found 78% of the participants had musculoskeletal disorders
with higher prevalence of pain. The result indicates that most discomfort of the body
regions is in the neck (22%), spine (38%) and knee (24%). Most common symptom of
WRMDs was pain (82%) and the most affected body part was spine (38%). The
maximum severity of symptom was moderate (57.7%). The most common risk factors
were working in same position for (38%) and carry heavy load for (35%) participants. Only (19.2%) participants had taken physiotherapy treatment for their condition.
Among the 15 participants who had taken physiotherapy for their condition all of the
participants had a good prognosis. The percentages of prognosis were improved in
(83%). Conclusion: Work related musculoskeletal disorders represent a significant
burden for restaurant workers. The study was represents the strong evidence that
WRMDs was common among restaurant workers. In order to reduce musculoskeletal
problems, correct postural practices, proper design of tools and equipment
significantly can prevent MSDs.
