BackgroundErgonomics plays a critical role in musculoskeletal health, yet validated tools such as ROSA may be impractical in high-demand clinical settings. This study compared ergonomics knowledge, awareness, and behaviors between individuals with and without musculoskeletal pain using a concise yes/no-based tool.ObjectiveTo compare ergonomic behaviors, knowledge, and awareness between individuals with and without musculoskeletal pain, and to identify behavioral factors associated with chronic pain.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among adults aged 18-65 in a tertiary healthcare facility. Participants completed a binary-response ergonomics questionnaire assessing posture, workstation adjustment, screen use, and ergonomic equipment habits. Group comparisons used Chi-square and Mann-Whitney U tests (p p p = 0.033).ConclusionsA rapid, binary ergonomics assessment effectively identified behavioral risk factors for chronic musculoskeletal pain. This format may support scalable ergonomic screening in diverse occupational environments.
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