Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Otorhinolarngologists

Musculoskeletal disorders(MSD) are one of the most common causes of occupational injuries and disability in industrialized nations and developing countries .with substantial financial consequences due to workers' compensation and medical expenses Otolaryngology (pronounced oh/toe/lair/in/goll/oh/jee) is the oldest medical specialty in the United States. Otolaryngologists are physicians trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures of the head and neck. They are commonly referred to as ENT physicians.

MSD were identified as a significant issue for the profession and Research has recognized that MSD in Otolaryngology contribute considerably to sick leave, reduced productivity and leaving the profession Because there are few studies available about MSD among Egyptian otolaryngologists So, the purpose of this study is to investigate musculoskeletal disorders among Egyptian otorhinlaryngologist and the relationship between the risk factors and the development of musculoskeletal disorders among Egyptian otolaryngologists

Inclusion Criteria:

- otorhinolaryngologist in cairo university hospitals ,cairo teaching hospitasl will participate in the study.

1. General and specialized otolaryngologists will be included in the study.
2. Both genders will be included in the study.
3. 1-20 years of experience.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Otorhinologist will be excluded if :

  1. they had musculoskeletal abnormalities due to other causes not work related (i.e. congenital,traumatic,neurological).
  2. They had any systemic diseases such as uncontrolled diabetes, which may influence the musculoskeletal system
  3. Otolaryngologists with previous operation involving locomotors system.

otorhinolaryngologist in cairo university hospitals ,cairo teaching hospitasl will participate in the study.