Vol. 3, Issue 5, Part G (2017)

Context: Gardeners are at increases risk of occupational hazards. Musculoskeletal disorders are common as they exposed to risk factors like unhealthy posture and lifting of heavy weight.

Methods and Material: this was a cross sectional study done on 60 gardeners. General information of the worker and work related history was enquired using Modified Nordic questionnaire. Anthropometric parameters were recorded. Examination of the gardeners was done. Analysis of Working Posture was done using OWAS method.

Conclusions: Thus gardeners are at increased risk of development of MSD. It may be linked uncomfortable gardening posture during their work.