Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common occupational health issue among office workers due to repetitive strain and poor ergonomic practices. This study aims to determine the prevalence of CTS in this population and to explore the association with ergonomic and psycho social factors. We conducted a cross‐sectional study involving 200 office workers from various corporate sectors. Participants were evaluated for symptoms of CTS using clinical examinations and a standardized questionnaire that assessed ergonomic practices, workplace stress and awareness of preventive measures. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, chi‐square tests for categorical variables and logistic regression to adjust for potential confounders. The prevalence of CTS among the participants was found to be 15.5%. Significant associations were noted between CTS and several ergonomic risk factors. Workers with inadequate desk setups had a CTS prevalence of 23.6%, while those using non‐ergonomic chairs had a prevalence of 21.1%. High workplace stress was associated with a higher prevalence of CTS at 28.6%. Furthermore, despite high levels of awareness, preventive measures were poorly implemented, with only 22.5% of those aware of scheduled breaks actually taking them. The study confirms that CTS is prevalent among office workers and is significantly associated with poor ergonomic conditions and high stress levels. There is a critical need for improved ergonomic designs and effective stress management programs in office environments. Employers should also focus on enhancing the implementation of known preventive measures to reduce the risk of CTS.
How to cite this article:
Rohit D. Chakor, Pranav Shejul, Nitesh Agarwal, Sushrut Pulgaonkar and Meenal R. Godhane. A Cross‐Sectional Study on the Prevalence of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Among Office Workers.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.36478/makrjms.2024.12.7.11
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