Physical Activity and Musculoskeletal Disorders in the Norwegian Navy
Author Information
Author(s): Tone Morken, Nils Magerøy, Bente E. Moen
Primary Institution: University of Bergen
Hypothesis
More physical activity is associated with less musculoskeletal disorders among Navy personnel.
Conclusion
A physically active lifestyle both at work and at leisure was associated with fewer musculoskeletal disorders among personnel in the Royal Norwegian Navy.
Supporting Evidence
- 32% of workers reported musculoskeletal disorders often or very often.
- Physical activity was inversely associated with musculoskeletal disorders for most body sites.
- Civilians reported more musculoskeletal disorders than military personnel.
Takeaway
If you move around a lot, you might hurt less! This study found that people in the Navy who are active have fewer aches and pains.
Methodology
A questionnaire was completed by Navy personnel to assess musculoskeletal disorders and physical activity, followed by multiple logistic regression analysis.
Potential Biases
Potential selection bias from non-responders and the healthy worker effect.
Limitations
The cross-sectional design does not allow for causal conclusions, and there may be selection bias due to the healthy worker effect.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 1657 military personnel (74%) and 593 civilians (26%), aged 18 to 70 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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