Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Assessment of Postural Risk in Motormen of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai: A Cross-Sectional Study

Abstract Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are a leading cause of occupational morbidity. Motormen face increased risk due to prolonged posture and poor ergonomics. The current study determined prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and postural risk in motormen of Mumbai and Navi Mumbai. A cross-sectional study was conducted in 200 motormen. Work profile was assessed using a self-developed and validated questionnaire, musculoskeletal discomfort using Nordic musculoskeletal Questionnaire, and postural risk using Rapid Entire Body Assessment (REBA). Of 200 male motormen with a mean age of 52.52 ± 31.3 years, 74.5% ( n = 149) reported musculoskeletal pain in the past 12 months, whereas 21.5% ( n = 43) had pain in the past 7 days. The most common sites of pain were the shoulder (71%), neck (68%), lower back (60%), and wrist/hand (60%). The majority of motormen (98.5%) had moderate risk as per REBA score. Logistic regression analysis revealed working hours ( P = 0.02) was associated with musculoskeletal pain. High prevalence of musculoskeletal pain was reported in motormen. Postural risk analysis revealed a moderate level of risk for development of musculoskeletal disorders.