Work-related musculoskeletal disorder among midwives, a threat for maternity care.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Work-related musculoskeletal disorder is a limiting, painful condition that affects the muscular, skeletal, articular, and nervous tissues of the body. The condition is mainly associated with poor working conditions and awkward body positions. Health professionals, including midwives, are among the most affected workforce globally. The condition affects the health of the professionals and the quality of care that professionals are expected to provide. However, there is a scarcity of information on the magnitude of the condition, its effect on midwifery practice, and associated factors. Objectives: This study aimed to assess the magnitude of work-related musculoskeletal disorder, its effect on midwifery practice, and associated factors among midwives in North Shoa Zone, A

SUBMITTER: Mohammed OY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12755801 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature