Manual Works and Women Disorders

Abstract Background: One of the organ systems that could be affected from occupational risks was reproductive system. Intensity of work activities maybe a risk factor. Objective was the determination the risk of reproductive disorders in manual works. Methods: In a review study from scientific and related text and article about aerobic tests, VO2 Max and metabolic equivalent tasks (METs) were assessed, data analyzed by SPSS 16, ANOVA, Chi-2 and relative risks with P<0.05. Results: Frequency of spontaneous abortion, menses disorders, premature rupture of membrane, preterm labor and preeclampsia were the most in women with very heavy of vigorous physical activities. Conclusion: The risks of many reproductive disorders were increased with very heavy and heavy activities. Health education and prevention must be done in these situations.