The prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal symptoms (WRMSs) in different body\nparts for nursing assistants (NAs) working in nursing homes is currently unknown. The aim of this\nstudy was to determine the extent of WRMSs in nursing assistants and the factors associated with\nthem. Four hundred and forty NAs from 52 nursing homes, recruited by convenience sampling,\nparticipated in this cross-sectional study in 2014ââ?¬â??2015. A valid and reliable study questionnaire\nwas used to collect data. The results of our study found that 88.4% of NAs reported at least one\nbody part with WRMSs. These NAs reported more symptoms in the shoulders than lower back.\nAdverse workstyle (OR = 1.04, 95% CI = 1.01ââ?¬â??1.08) was the only factor associated with WRMSs\nafter adjustment for potential confounders using multivariable logistic regression. This adverse\nworkstyle could be developed because of physical and psychological work demands. Efforts should\nbe directed at integrating ââ?¬Å?workstyle interventionââ?¬Â into lifestyle physical activity training to this\ngroup of healthcare workers.
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