Frequency of Musculoskeletal Hip Pain among Dentists with Prolong Standing Hours
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Background: Musculoskeletal disorders, particularly hip pain, are a notable concern among healthcare professionals, with dentists being significantly affected due to prolonged standing hours. Previous studies have highlighted varying prevalence rates and risk factors, but comprehensive research specifically targeting dentists is limited.
Objective: This study aimed to determine the frequency of musculoskeletal hip pain among dentists and to identify any correlating factors, with a focus on the impact of prolonged standing hours in the dental profession.
Methods: An observational cross-sectional study was conducted involving 250 dentists aged between 20 to 50 years. The sample size was calculated using Epitool software, with a confidence level of 95%, anticipated population proportion of 0.70, and absolute precision of 0.05. Participants were selected using a non-probability consecutive sampling technique. The Hip Dysfunction and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (HOOS) questionnaire was utilized to assess hip pain. Data analysis was performed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 22.0, focusing on descriptive statistics and employing pie charts, bar charts, and histograms for data representation.
Results: The study found that 58.0% of participants were at a higher risk for developing moderate hip pain. Females were more susceptible to hip pain than males, with 54.0% of the sample being female. The average age of participants was 36.78 years (SD = 11.6). Regarding hip pain on different surfaces: on hard surfaces, 3.2% reported no pain, 19.6% mild, 45.2% moderate, 26.8% severe, and 5.2% extreme pain; on uneven surfaces, these figures were 1.2%, 15.6%, 51.6%, 27.2%, and 4.4% respectively.
Conclusion: The study concludes a significant prevalence of moderate musculoskeletal hip pain among dentists, predominantly attributed to prolonged standing hours. The higher incidence of hip pain in female dentists suggests a need for targeted occupational health strategies in dentistry. The study underscores the importance of ergonomic interventions and workplace modifications to mitigate the risk of musculoskeletal disorders.
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