Prevalence Of Impingement Syndrome Secondary To Overhead Activity In Painters

Abstract

Aim: The aim of this study was to to determine the prevalence of shoulder impingement syndrome among professional painters and to assess the association between repetitive overhead activity and the development of impingement-related symptoms.

Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted in and around the town with 65 professional painters aged 30–60 years. Informed consent was obtained after explaining the study to the participants. Data on shoulder disorders were collected through physical examination, and impingement syndrome was diagnosed using special clinical tests.

Result.:In this study of 65 painters, 46 participants showed positive results in at least one of the shoulder impingement tests. Specifically, the Neer Impingement Test was positive in 16 participants (10 males, 6 females), the Hawkins-Kennedy Impingement Test was positive in 12 participants (8 males, 4 females), and the Posterior Internal Impingement Test was positive in 18 participants (12 males, 6 females). These findings indicate a high prevalence of shoulder impingement syndrome, likely due to the repetitive overhead activities common in the painting profession. 70.77% of the participants showed signs of shoulder impingement syndrome, indicating a high prevalence of this condition among painters

Conclusion: The study of 65 painters found that 70.77% showed signs of shoulder impingement syndrome, with 46 participants testing positive in at least one test. This highlights the high risk of shoulder injuries in painters due to repetitive overhead activities, emphasizing the need for preventive measures like ergonomics and regular assessments.