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ArticleThe Libyan journal of medicine2026

Prevalence, risk factors, management strategies and consequences of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among dental students and professionals in Makkah, Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study.

Afnan Anas Nassar, Khalid Talal Aboalshamat, Salma Saleh Albaqaawi, Rania Abdullah Alosaimi, Aseel Ahmed Almalki, Abrar Yousef Baitalmal

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Afnan Anas NassarDepartment of Preventive Dentistry, Dental Public Health Division, College of Dental Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.ORCID 0000-0002-2723-3395
Khalid Talal AboalshamatDepartment of Preventive Dentistry, Dental Public Health Division, College of Dental Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Salma Saleh AlbaqaawiDental interns, College of Dental Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Rania Abdullah AlosaimiDental interns, College of Dental Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Aseel Ahmed AlmalkiDental interns, College of Dental Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.
Abrar Yousef BaitalmalDental interns, College of Dental Medicine, Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia.

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Abstract

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) refer to injuries or conditions that affect the muscles, tendons, nerves, and other components of the musculoskeletal system, often resulting from repetitive movements, sustained static postures, or prolonged periods of sitting and standing. Dental professionals and students are particularly susceptible due to the physically demanding nature of clinical practice. These disorders can adversely affect professional performance, productivity, and overall quality of life. The present study aimed to determine the prevalence, associated risk factors, and potential consequences of WRMSDs among dental students and professionals at Umm Al-Qura University, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among dental students and professionals at Umm Al-Qura University. Data were collected using a self-administered, structured online questionnaire designed to assess the prevalence of WRMSDs, associated risk factors, and management strategies. Statistical analysis was performed using IBM SPSS Statistics software, with the level of significance set at

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DentistsMusculoskeletal DiseasesOccupational DiseasesStudents, DentalAdultCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedPosturePrevalenceQuality of LifeRisk FactorsSaudi ArabiaSurveys and QuestionnairesdentistsergonomicsMusculoskeletal diseasesoccupational healthpain management

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PMCPMC13034702

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