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Combination of Stretching and Acupressure as an Effort to Reduce the Incidence of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Coconut Tappers

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study evaluated the effectiveness of simple stretching movements and Body Space Medicine (BSM) acupressure in reducing Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders (WMSDs) among coconut tappers. A quasi-experimental design involved 68 participants who engaged in two 5-minute sessions of stretching and BSM acupressure, three times a week for four weeks. The incidence of WMSDs was assessed using the Nordic Body Map (NBM), which includes 28 questions. Statistical analyses were conducted using the Wilcoxon Test and Paired T-Test to compare pre- and post-intervention results between the intervention group (IG) and the control group (CG). The IG showed a significant reduction in WMSD incidence (P < 0.001), while the CG exhibited no significant difference (p > 0.001). Notably, significant differences were observed between the IG and CG regarding WMSD incidence (P = 0.000 for IG; p = 0.943 for CG). The IG experienced marked reductions in WMSDs across all body parts, particularly in the right elbow (-11.8%), right forearm (-10.8%), right hand (-13.8%), left thigh (-11.7%), and left calf (-12.7%). These findings suggest that incorporating simple stretching and BSM acupressure into occupational health strategies can effectively reduce WMSDs among coconut tappers.

Source: Journal of Carcinogenesis

DOI: 10.64149/j.carcinog.24.3.627-634

Authors: Ahmad Farid, Onny Setiani, Daru Lestantyo

Institution: Diponegoro University

Language: English

Topic: Occupational Health and Safety in Workplaces

Subfield: Occupational Therapy

Field: Health Professions

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,500