Playing Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Instrumental Musicians- A Prevalence Study Using Musculoskeletal Pain Intensity And Interference Questionnaire For Musicians (MPIIQM)

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Playing Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Instrumental Musicians- A Prevalence Study Using Musculoskeletal Pain Intensity And Interference Questionnaire For Musicians (MPIIQM)

https://doi.org/10.61096/ijamscr.v11.iss3.2023.336-345
Sushmitha. T
Assistant professor, Medical Trust Institute of Medical Sciences, Irumpanam, Kochi, Kerala
Lisna Davis
Physiotherapy undergraduate, Medical Trust Institute of Medical Sciences, Irumpanam, Kochi, Kerala
Milna Leo
Physiotherapy undergraduate, Medical Trust Institute of Medical Sciences, Irumpanam, Kochi, Kerala
Olivia Martin
Physiotherapy undergraduate, Medical Trust Institute of Medical Sciences, Irumpanam, Kochi, Kerala

Corresponding Author(s) : Sushmitha. T

sushmitha.sushmi66@gmail.com

International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research, Vol. 11 No. 3 (2023): 2023 Volume -11 - Issue 3

Abstract

Background: Musicians are not often thought of as having a risky career, the high physiological and psychological demands of their work put them at risk for a number of health issues. Musicians must utilise rapid and continual improvements with incredible quality, accuracy, and desired movements. These motions damage the muscles and ligaments. This study aims to assess the prevalence of playing-related musculoskeletal problems (PMRDs) in both professional and amateur musicians, identify relevant risk factors, and assess the relationship between musculoskeletal pain and particular instruments.


Method: An online and offline cross-sectional survey investigation was carried out. A total of 98 artists over the age of 16 from different institutions and musical bands were included in the sample. According to inclusion-exclusion standards, the participants were chosen. PRMD in musicians was evaluated using the MPIIQM questionnaire. Between amateur and professional musicians, the prevalence of PRMDs was compared, and PRMDs were then associated across gender, playing time, age, and years of experience. Each particular instrument's patterns of musculoskeletal pain areas were assessed. 


Results: This study found 68.4% of musicians to be at risk for PRMDs. The prevalence of PRMD was 68.52% in professionals and 68.09% in amateur musicians. Career level has no discernible effects. The study established that age, gender, and the number of years spent playing in an orchestra are risk factors for PRMD among musicians. The lower back is the anatomical place most commonly impacted by PRMD.


Conclusion: This investigation led us to the conclusion that PRMD is more common in musicians. Additionally, it displays the linked risk factors that result in PRMD. This study demonstrates that both professional and amateur musicians frequently experience musculoskeletal issues.

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Playing related musculoskeletal disorders Instrumental musicians pain MPIIQM
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Sushmitha. T, Lisna Davis, Milna Leo, Olivia Martin. Playing Related Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Instrumental Musicians- A Prevalence Study Using Musculoskeletal Pain Intensity And Interference Questionnaire For Musicians (MPIIQM). Int. J. of Allied Med. Sci. and Clin. Res. [Internet]. 2023 Sep. 24 [cited 2025 Jul. 16];11(3):336-45. Available from: https://ijamscr.com/ijamscr/article/view/1405
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