Relationship of Age, Working Period, and Work Fatigue with Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) Among Weaving Workers in Textile Industry
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Introduction: Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are common complaints experienced by textile industry workers due to repetitive work activities, static postures, and high physical workload. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between age, working period, and work fatigue with MSDs complaints among weaving area workers in the textile industry. Methods: This quantitative research used a cross-sectional design with 100 respondents selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using the Nordic Body Map questionnaire to assess MSDs complaints and the Fatigue Assessment Scale (FAS) for work fatigue. Data were analyzed using the Fisher Exact Test at a 5% significance level. Results: The findings showed no significant relationship between age and MSDs complaints (p = 0.067), while there was a significant relationship between working period (p = 0.040) and work fatigue (p = 0.009) with MSDs complaints. The areas of the body that experience the most complaints are the waist, right shoulder and back. Conclusion: The study concludes that working period and work fatigue have a significant influence on MSDs complaints, while age does not show a significant association. Therefore, it is recommended that ergonomic interventions, job rotation, posture training, and active rest be implemented to prevent and reduce MSDs among textile industry workers.
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Irawan, Fery; Astuti, Dwi, "Relationship of Age, Working Period, and Work Fatigue with Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) Among Weaving Workers in Textile Industry," Jurnal Kesehatan, vol. 19, no. 1, Jun. 2026.