Abstract
This cross-sectional study was carried out to evaluate the prevalence of ultrasonography related musculoskeletal symptoms (MSS) among veterinary sonographers and associated ergonomic risk factors within the specialized industry. A 59 item survey questionnaire was administered via email and generated 246 responses among veterinary sonographers. Musculoskeletal pain related to performing ultrasound exams was reported by 62% of respondents. MSS were significantly associated with several risk factors including female gender (OR, 4.55; 95% CI, 2.04-10.19), 5-year increases in age (OR, 1.06; 95% CI, 1.01, 1.10), previous work related trauma (OR, 6.86; 95% CI, 1.71, 27.40), and 15-45 degree shoulder abduction (OR, 2.34; 95% CI, 1.11, 4.92).
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