The Perception of Work from Home Computer Workers on Prevention of Recurrence of Musculoskeletal Pain during COVID-19 Lockdown

Abstract

Aim: To study the perception of work from home computer workers on prevention of recurrence of musculoskeletal pain during Covid-19 lockdown. Method: In this descriptive study, with a sample size of 177, a set of questions was prepared by the investigators using the online google survey form and were sent to the work from home computer workers through the means of social media/email, along with the basic explanation about the study. Result: The majority of the workers experienced musculoskeletal pain during work from home, the regions of the body that experienced musculoskeletal pain was the neck, low back, shoulder in ascending pattern. Though not all majority of the participants had knowledge on measures to be taken to deal with pain, and for prevention of pain recurrence. The measures taken by the participants to prevent the recurrence of pain are being more conscious about working posture, taking regular breaks, engaging themselves in some form of physical activity, doing stretches in between the work and using ergonomic chair/desktop/other equipment. Conclusion: Majority of the participants were paying attention to pain and their health. And very few organizations had initiated ergonomic session for maintenance of health among employees. So, for an ergonomic health, the individual and organization should concomitantly and with their inter connectedness could perceive an integrated intervention approach with multiple facets. Keywords: Prevention, musculoskeletal pain, work from home, Covid-19 lockdown.