Ergonomics Workshop Improves Musculoskeletal Symptoms in General Surgery Residents.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Poor operative ergonomics can lead to muscle fatigue and injury. However, formal ergonomics education is uncommon in surgical residencies. Our study examines the prevalence of musculoskeletal (MSK) symptoms, baseline ergonomics knowledge, and the impact of an ergonomics workshop in general surgery residents.

Methods

An anonymous voluntary presurvey and postsurvey was distributed to all general surgery residents at a single academic residency, assessing resident characteristics, MSK symptoms, and ergonomic knowledge before and after an ergonomics workshop. The workshop consisted of a lecture and a personalized posture coaching session with a physiatrist.

Results

The presurvey received 33/35 (94%) responses. Of respondents, 100% reported some degree of MSK

SUBMITTER: Cerier E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10084513 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature