Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Gym Trainers in Jalgaon City - A Cross-Sectional Study

Musculoskeletal disorders are common consequence of work-related hazards. The major cause of MSD is commonly caused by bodily reaction, overexertion, or repetitive motion. It usually occurs due to repetitive activities that cause pain, strain on muscles, and sprain in ligament. It can cause pain, stiffness and often other inflammation in one or more joints or muscles. The task involved load lifting over the head, awkward posture and repetitive that could lead to the risk of work -related musculoskeletal disorders (WMRDs). Methods: 76 participants with musculoskeletal disorders were recruited from different gyms primary outcome was Nordic Musculoskeletal questionnaire. Data were analyzed using graph pad Instat. Results: A total 76 participants responded to the survey. The highest prevalence rate of MSDs was in the Shoulder (25%), lower back (20%), Wrist (12%) and Upper Back (12%), Ankle (9%) the lowest prevalence rate of MSDs was in Hip (8%), Neck (6%), Knee (5%) and elbow (3%). The findings from this study also revealed that 34 % of the subjects had experienced MSDs over the last 12 months. Table presents the results of the Nordic questionnaire. Conclusion: This study concluded that the gym trainers are having pain and trouble during normal work with a prevalence rate of 34% with severe trouble in their shoulder (25%) and lower back (20%). Keywords: Musculoskeletal Disorders, GYM Trainers, NORDIC questionnaire.