Estimation of Spinal Dysfunction in Construction Site Labourers

Year 2024, Volume: 7 Issue: 5, 955 - 967

Tanisha Hiwalkar , Sandeep Shinde , Pooja Jain

https://doi.org/10.33438/ijdshs.1387397

Abstract

Purpose: The study aimed to assess the extent of spinal dysfunction experienced by construction site workers, considering factors such as experience, posture, discomfort, range of motion, and muscle strength. Method: This cross-sectional study selected 107 construction workers from various sites using a simple random sample approach, which was secured in writing. The study utilized various assessment tools, including the Double Leg Lowering Test, Nordic Musculoskeletal Pain Rating Scale, and Posture assessment, to evaluate the patient's pain levels using the SPSS version 23.0. Findings: The study found a significant correlation (P=0.0376) between worker type and postural abnormalities. Masons had 68.4% severe lumbar lordosis, 78.9% hyperextended knees, and 86.3% prominent thoracic kyphosis. There was significant correlation (P 0.0001) between the workers' experience and results of the double leg lowering test. Furthermore, there was a significant difference (P= 0.0017) between the Visual Analogue Pain Rating Scale and work experience. As laborers become more experienced, their abdominal muscles may weaken, causing significant tension on their spines. Conclusion: The study concluded that construction site workers with 10+ years of experience, undergo significant spinal dysfunction due to decreased abdominal muscle strength, resulting in increased strain on their spines.

Keywords

Posture, Core Strength, Discomfort, Muscle Strength

Ethical Statement

Ethical approval (KIMSDU/IEC/01/2021) was obtained from the Institutional Ethical Committee of KIMSDU

Supporting Institution

Krishna Vishwa Vidyapeeth, Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences Deemed to be University, Karad, Maharashtra, India.

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