Computer and Furniture Affecting Musculoskeletal Problems and Work Performance in Work From Home During COVID-19 Pandemic.
J Occup Environ Med
; 64(11): 964-969, 2022 Nov 01.
Article
in English
| MEDLINE | ID: covidwho-2107634
ABSTRACT
OBJECTIVES:
We surveyed how home-working conditions, specifically furniture and computer use, affected self-reported musculoskeletal problems and work performance.METHODS:
Questionnaires from 4112 homeworkers were analyzed. The relationship between subjective musculoskeletal problems or work performance and working conditions were determined by logistic regression analyses.RESULTS:
More than half the homeworkers used a work desk, work chair, and laptop computer. However, approximately 20% of homeworkers used a low table, floor chair/floor cushion, or other furniture that was different from the office setup. Using a table of disproportionate size and height, sofa, floor cushion, and floor chair were associated with neck/shoulder pain or low back pain. Disproportionate table and chair, floor cushion, and tablet computer were associated with poor work performance.CONCLUSIONS:
Disproportionate desk and chair, floor cushion/chair, and computer with small screen may affect musculoskeletal problems and home-working performance.
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Collection:
International databases
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Musculoskeletal Diseases
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Work Performance
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COVID-19
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Occupational Diseases
Type of study:
Observational study
Topics:
Long Covid
Limits:
Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
J Occup Environ Med
Journal subject:
Occupational Medicine
/
Environmental Health
Year:
2022
Document Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
JOM.0000000000002622
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