Riesgos ergonómicos por posturas forzadas con sintomatología musculoesquelética en el personal de enfermería del área de emergencia en Guayaquil

Abstract

Objective: Identify the ergonomic risks due to forced postures and the musculoskeletal symptoms in nursing personnel in the emergency area in Guayaquil. Methods: Descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out on 42 nursing workers from an emergency area in the city of Guayaquil. The OWAS method was applied for the evaluation of forced postures that generate a level of musculoskeletal risks. All variables were coded and categorized. Results: Using the OWAS Method, a higher prevalence of symptoms in the back and arms was evidenced, as well as a high risk due to the development of forced postures. Conclusion: The nursing staff in the emergency area is exposed to musculoskeletal disorders, for which it is necessary to adopt preventive measures through a protocol for the prevention of musculoskeletal disorders.