Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Practicing Plastic Surgeons in India: A Cross-Sectional Survey

    January 2025 in “ Indian Journal of Plastic Surgery
    Aditya B. Marathe, Piyush V. Bamnodkar, Ankur Karanjkar, Parag Sahasrabudhe, Nikhil S. Panse
    TLDR Ergonomic practices can reduce musculoskeletal issues for Indian plastic surgeons.
    Plastic surgeons in India experience a high prevalence of work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMDs) due to their demanding case loads. The study suggests that applying ergonomic principles can effectively reduce the incidence and severity of these disorders among practitioners.
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