Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders

NCT06709677 | Not Yet Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: P.T.REC/012/005019
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 250
• Locations: 0 countries
• Sites: N/A

Brief Summary

This observational cross-sectional study aims to determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among Egyptian students in the Faculty of Applied Arts. Using the Arabic version of the extended Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ-E), the study will assess the prevalence, distribution, and associated factors of musculoskeletal symptoms over the last 12 months and 7 days. A sample of 250 participants, aged 20-22 years and of both genders, will be recruited. Exclusion criteria include obesity, pregnancy, history of neuropathy, unstable medical conditions, or trauma-related musculoskeletal problems. The results will provide insights into MSD prevalence and help guide interventions for this population.

Conditions

Musculoskeletal Disorders; Among Egyptian Students in the Faculty of Applied Arts

Keywords

Prevalence; Musculoskeletal Disorders; Egyptian Students; Faculty of Applied Arts

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• musculoskeletal symptoms

  information on musculoskeletal symptoms experienced by participants,

  one month

Interventions

Arabic version of The Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) is a standardized questionnaire used to assess musculoskeletal symptoms and disorders in the workplace BEHAVIORAL

The Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) is a standardized questionnaire used to assess musculoskeletal symptoms and disorders in the workplace. It is commonly used in occupational health and ergonomic assessments to gather information about the prevalence and severity of musculoskeletal issues such as pain, discomfort, and limitations in movement. The NMQ typically includes questions about specific body regions (e.g. neck, shoulders, back, wrists) and asks individuals to report any symptoms they may be experiencing in those areas. This information can help identify potential risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders and guide interventions to prevent or manage these conditions in the workplace (Namnik et al., 2016). • Section 1: a general questionnaire of 40 forced-choice items identifying areas of the body causing musculoskeletal problems. Completion is aided by a body map to indicate nine symptom sites being neck, shoulders, upper back, elbows, low back, wrist/hands, hips/thi

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 20 Years - 22 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)
• Sampling Method: Probability Sample

Study Population

students enrolled in the Faculty of Applied Art at a university in Egypt

You may qualify if:

• Egyptian students from different Faculties of Applied Art.
• Age (20-22) years old
• both genders will be included.

You may not qualify if:

• Obesity.
• Pregnancy.
• Patients who had history of any other neuropathy.
• Unstable medical condition.
• Other neurological disorders causing pain as lumbar plexopathy, spinal stenosis, and spinal nerve root compression.
• History of central nervous system primary or metastatic malignancy
• student having any musculoskeletal problems due to other causes as accidents or a previous operation.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Cairo University: lead

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Musculoskeletal Diseases

Central Study Contacts

Osama Abdelaziz physiotherapist, Master Degree

CONTACT

+20 102 530 6119; Osamasalih143@gmail.com

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: OTHER
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Target Duration: 4 Weeks
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: physical therapy practitioner

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: November 26, 2024
• First Posted: November 29, 2024
• Study Start: January 5, 2025
• Primary Completion: April 1, 2025
• Study Completion: June 30, 2025
• Last Updated: December 3, 2024

Record last verified: 2024-11