Relationship of chest expansion and functional capacity on work related musculoskeletal disorders in tailors - Observational Study

Pranjali manik pore , Mrunali patel

Key words: Chest expansion, functional capacity, scapular index, Nordic questionnaire, vernier caliper

Abstract— Background: Most musculoskeletal issues are a result of poor work posture. Tailoring consists of tasks such as cutting, sewing, embroidery, pressing, and finishing, all done while hunched over the sewing machine with a curved back and bent head and neck. According to the data collected during the task analysis, it seems that posture issues caused by an inadequate workstation setup and repetitive tasks. Pain in the neck, shoulder, upper back, and lower back area caused by work-related musculoskeletal issues. so there is Postural deviations, muscle imbalance, and other biomechanical changes such as forward head, rounded shoulders, increased thoracic kyphosis, and altered scapula-humeral rhythm are observed, The Nordic questionnaire was utilized in epidemiological research to evaluate musculoskeletal disorders in various body regions. The scapular index was determined by using a Vernier caliper to measure the rounded shoulders. Poor posture like leaning forward, slouching, or having rounded shoulders limits chest expansion. Incorrect body positions greatly impact the biomechanics of the upper body. Sitting for long periods reduces the use of muscles, leading to a decline in functional capacity. Purpose: To study the relationship of chest wall expansion and functional capacity on work related musculoskeletal disorders in tailors. Methodology:80 subjects who fulfilled selection criteria were included. Study included subjects were 30-55 years of age and minimum 7yearsexperience, questionnaire were filled such as Nordic questionnaire also included reduced scapular index. subjects were given written informed consent and outcome measures that is chest expansion and functional capacity. These were then collected and analysed. Results: The result of study showed a 96% tailors affected form chest expansion and all the subjects (100% tailors) affected form functional capacity. Conclusion: The present study concludes that chest expansion and functional capacity having significant relationship with MSDs in tailors. Key words: Chest expansion, functional capacity, scapular index, Nordic questionnaire, vernier caliper

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"Relationship of chest expansion and functional capacity on work related musculoskeletal disorders in tailors - Observational Study", IJSDR - International Journal of Scientific Development and Research (www.IJSDR.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.9, Issue 5, page no.1106 - 1115, May-2024, Available :https://ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2405146.pdf

Volume 9 Issue 5, May-2024

Pages : 1106 - 1115

Paper Reg. ID: IJSDR_211468

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Research Area: Medical Science

Country: Sangli, Maharashtra , India

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