Digital Survey Assessment of Individual and Occupational Factors Associated with Musculoskeletal Disorders among Indian Ophthalmologists

Author:

Robert Roshni1,Babu Mahesh1,Sudhakar N.A.1,Sumanth B.1

Affiliation:

1. Department of Ophthalmology, KVG Medical College and Hospital, Sullia, Karnataka, India

Abstract

Purpose: To study the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) and the associated occupational risk factors among Indian ophthalmologists, including residents and fellows. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted among ophthalmologists in India using a semi-structured questionnaire in a web-based survey. The questionnaire was prepared in English after extensive literature research and consulting with subject experts. It was pretested on ten ophthalmologists and after confirming that there were no ambiguities, the questionnaire was circulated. After providing informed consent online and ensuring the confidentiality of information, respondents could fill out the questionnaire containing questions to assess demographic details, risk factors, and musculoskeletal symptoms. Results: We received 551 valid responses, out of which 74.77% reported musculoskeletal symptoms since starting practice in ophthalmology. We found a statistically significant association of work-related MSD with greater hours of practice, a higher number of hours of surgery, and a larger patient load. The self-reported symptoms were maximum in lower back (56.55%), followed by neck (49.03%), upper back (38.59%), and shoulder (23.79%). As a remedial measure, 58.98% resorted to rest while only 8.98% consulted orthopedist. Only 46% were aware of good ergonomic practices. Surgery (74.5%), indirect ophthalmoscopy (51.69%), and slit-lamp examination (50.73%) were reported as the major culprits. Respondents declared an interference with personal life (39.56%), with work (33.74%) as well as having caused psychological stress (43.2%) due to work-related MSD. Conclusion: A vast majority of our respondents reported work-related MSD. Major risk factors were hours of practice, hours of surgery, higher body mass index, sedentary lifestyle, and higher patient load. The awareness of ergonomic practices was low.

Publisher

Medknow

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