The aim of this study was to identify the magnitude and characteristics of work-related musculoskeletal complaints among perioperative nurses and technicians (PNT) and determine the associated ergonomic risk factors in the operating room (OR) environment based on self-report and focus group discussion. The 50 PNTs who participated in the study completed a self-report survey for musculoskeletal symptoms, Job Description Questionnaire, and Psychometric Evaluation Questionnaire, and participated in focus groups to discuss potential OR ergonomic risk factors. The results of the study demonstrated a high prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSD) among PNTs, with lower back pain the most prevalent (84%) complaint, followed by ankle/foot (74%) and shoulder (74%) pain. In addition, lower back pain (31%), followed by ankle/knee (24%) pain were found to be the main causes of absenteeism from work. Participants suggested simple ergonomic and engineering solutions can be adopted to improve the work environment of PNTs.
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