Prevalence of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Among the BDS Interns of the Dental Institutes in Lahore: A Cross-Sectional Study
Prevalence of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Among BDS Interns
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https://doi.org/10.61919/jhrr.v4i3.1647Keywords:
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Dental Interns, Musculoskeletal Disorders, Risk Factors, Prevalence, Ergonomics, BMI, Gender Disparity.Abstract
Background: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a prevalent nerve entrapment disorder characterized by pain, numbness, and functional impairment of the hand, significantly affecting dental professionals due to prolonged hand use and awkward postures.
Objective: To assess the prevalence and associated risk factors of CTS among BDS interns in dental institutes of Lahore.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 177 dental interns from five dental institutes using convenience sampling. Demographic data and symptom severity were evaluated using the Boston Carpal Tunnel Questionnaire (BCTQ), and diagnosis was confirmed using the Phalen’s test. Pearson’s correlation and independent sample T-tests were applied using SPSS version 25. Ethical approval and informed consent were obtained per the Declaration of Helsinki.
Results: CTS prevalence was 14.7% (n=26), with a higher rate in females (8.8%) compared to males (5.9%). CTS was significantly associated with female gender (p=0.013), higher BMI (p=0.011), left-hand dominance (p=0.01), and increased weekly caseload (p<0.05).
Conclusion: The findings highlight a substantial CTS prevalence among dental interns, with gender, BMI, and workload being key risk factors, indicating a need for targeted ergonomic interventions.
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