Prevalence of Thumb Pain Among Weavers of Multan
Thumb Pain Among Weavers in Multan
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https://doi.org/10.61919/jhrr.v4i3.1696Keywords:
Thumb pain, weavers, repetitive strain injury, Finkelstein test, occupational health, ergonomic risk factors, pain prevalence, musculoskeletal disorders.Abstract
Background: Thumb pain is a common occupational health issue among weavers, often resulting from repetitive movements and prolonged working hours. This condition impacts productivity and quality of life, highlighting the need for focused research.
Objective: To determine the prevalence of thumb pain among weavers in Multan and identify associated factors.
Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in two weaving hubs of Multan: Ansar Colony and Shareefpura. A total of 217 weavers (171 females, 46 males) aged 20-40 years with at least one year of experience participated. Data were collected using a self-structured questionnaire, the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) for pain intensity, and the Finkelstein test for tendon inflammation. SPSS version 27 was used for statistical analysis, and significance was set at p<0.05.
Results: The prevalence of thumb pain was 55.3% (n=120). Positive Finkelstein test results were observed in 46.5% (n=101). Pain distribution included 35.9% (n=78) with right thumb pain, 11.5% (n=25) with left thumb pain, and 7.8% (n=17) with bilateral pain. Moderate pain (VAS 4-7) was reported by 35.02% (n=76) of participants, with a significant association between prolonged working hours and pain intensity (p<0.05).
Conclusion: Thumb pain prevalence among weavers is high, particularly among females and those working long hours, necessitating ergonomic interventions and healthcare strategies.
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