Abstract
ObjectivesProfessional drivers are at high risk of developing musculoskeletal pain (MSP) due to risk factors such as prolonged sitting, whole body vibration, awkward posture, and repetitive actions. This review investigates the reported prevalence of MSP among professional drivers.MethodsAn electronic search of Medline (1946 + via OvidSP), Embase (1974 + OvidSP), CINAHL (1982+), AMED, PubMed, and Web of Science from 1990 to July 2019 was performed. Methodological quality of studies was assessed using three quality assessment tools for cross‐sectional, case‐control, and prospective cohort studies. The prevalence of MSP was reported using descriptive analysis.ResultsA total of 56 studies conducted in 23 different countries across a total of 14 types of occupational transport were reviewed. Data of a total pooled population of 18 882 professional drivers were analyzed for MSP. The prevalence of MSP ranged between 43.1% and 93%. The low back was the most frequently reported body region for MSP with a meta‐prevalence rate of 53% (N = 9998). Neck, shoulder, and upper back were the other common regions with high prevalence.ConclusionThere is a high prevalence of MSP in professional drivers and low back was the most frequently reported body region, followed by neck, upper back, shoulder, knee, hip/thigh, wrist, ankle, and elbow. MSP is complicated in nature and therefore in‐depth exploration of causal relationships between MSP and risk factors is necessary so that appropriate healthcare programs can be initiated to prevent and treat MSP effectively.
Highlights
IntroductionWork-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) are a major public health problem worldwide accounting for between 42% and 58% of all work-related illness
In 2018/2019, the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reported that the prevalence of Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) was 498 000 out of a total of 1 354 000 for all work-related illnesses, with a 37% prevalence and accounting for 29% of all working days lost due to work-related ill health
This review examined the prevalence of self-reported musculoskeletal pain (MSP) as a marker of WRMSDs among professional drivers
Summary
Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) are a major public health problem worldwide accounting for between 42% and 58% of all work-related illness.. In 2018/2019, the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reported that the prevalence of WRMSDs was 498 000 out of a total of 1 354 000 for all work-related illnesses, with a 37% prevalence and accounting for 29% of all working days lost due to work-related ill health.. Recent findings published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2017 indicated that bus drivers are one of the top three occupations with the highest rates of musculoskeletal disorders, apart from emergency responders and nurses.. Transit and intercity bus drivers had the highest incidence rates (206 per 10 000 full-time workers) of musculoskeletal disorders in 2017.8 WRMSDs are painful disorders of muscles, bones, nerves, tendons, and other soft tissues, due to workplace activity.. | 2 of 17 can trigger disability, leading to reduced work capability and lost wages. In addition to work absenteeism, WRMSDs lead to considerable healthcare costs and economic loss to society at all levels. In 2018/2019, the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reported that the prevalence of WRMSDs was 498 000 out of a total of 1 354 000 for all work-related illnesses, with a 37% prevalence and accounting for 29% of all working days lost due to work-related ill health. Recent findings published by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics in 2017 indicated that bus drivers are one of the top three occupations with the highest rates of musculoskeletal disorders, apart from emergency responders and nurses. transit and intercity bus drivers had the highest incidence rates (206 per 10 000 full-time workers) of musculoskeletal disorders in 2017.8 WRMSDs are painful disorders of muscles, bones, nerves, tendons, and other soft tissues, due to workplace activity. This review examined the prevalence of self-reported MSP as a marker of WRMSDs among professional drivers
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