Ergonomics, musculoskeletal disorders, and surgeon gender in spine surgery: a survey of practicing spine surgeons

CONCLUSIONS: The MSD burden in spine surgeons is substantial. While there was no evidence of gender differences in MSD rates and severity, female surgeons report significantly more discomfort with the use of surgical instruments. There is a need for more investigation of MSD risk factors in spine surgeons and mitigation strategies. Gender differences in comfort in instrument use should be further explored and addressed by spine surgeons and device manufacturers.PMID:38215442 | DOI:10.3171/2023.11.SPINE23705

Source: Journal of Neurosurgery.Spine - January 12, 2024 Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Alexandra J White Amy S Nowacki Sarah I Woodrow Michael P Steinmetz Deborah L Benzil Source Type: research