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BackgroundMusculoskeletal problems are commonly observed among office workers.ObjectiveThis study aims to examine whether levels of physical activity are associated with differences in pain, depressive symptoms, quality of life, grip strength, and balance in office workers.Methods61 office workers (29 men and 32 women) who regularly used computers were included in the study. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Health-Related Quality of Life-4 for measuring the Quality of Life, the Visual Analog Scale for measuring pain, the Beck Depression Inventory for measuring mental health, the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form for measuring physical activity, the Biodex Balance System for measuring balance, and two distinct methods for measuring grip strength-the Jamar and Handgrip dynamometers-were all used in the assessments.ResultsA significant difference in pain during activity was found among the physical activity levels (inactive, minimally active, highly active) (p < 0.05). There was no difference in depression scores between the groups (p > 0.05). General quality of life scores were higher in the highly active group compared to both the inactive (p = 0.016) and minimally active (p = 0.020) groups. Right and left hand grip strength assessed with Jamar (p = 0.004, p = 0.044; respectively) and right hand grip strength assessed with handgrip (p = 0.04) were statistically significantly higher in the highly active group than in the inactive group. For balance with eyes open, anterior-posterior stabilization scores were significantly better in the highly active group compared to the inactive group (p = 0.004).ConclusionsPhysically active office workers exhibited superior outcomes in activity pain, quality of life, grip strength and balance compared to their less active counterparts.

BackgroundGreen exercise is emerging as a promising approach to improve employee well-being.ObjectiveThis scoping review aimed to map the existing literature on employees' green exercise behaviors.MethodsFollowing the methodological framework suggested by Arksey and O'Malley, relevant studies were identified in the Web of Science and Scopus databases on March 10, 2025. Various study types, including quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods, and intervention studies published in peer-reviewed English journals, were screened. 13 studies were selected for detailed review, focusing on employed adults engaging in intentional physical activity within natural or semi-natural outdoor environments, such as parks and forests. Exclusions were applied to studies involving non-working populations, those that focused on non-exercise behaviors, as well as studies conducted in indoor or virtual environments. Editorials, opinion articles, theses/dissertations, conference papers, and non-English publications were also excluded.ResultsAmong the included studies, nature walking was the most prevalent form of green exercise. Psychological outcomes were the most frequently reported, while occupational outcomes were the least commonly addressed. The findings suggest that there is a growing body of research supporting the benefits of green exercise for employees. However, there remains a significant gap in understanding the facilitators and barriers that influence employees' participation in green exercise.ConclusionsFuture research should examine underlying mediating and moderating mechanisms. Integrating theoretical frameworks from occupational health psychology and behavioral sciences will be essential to develop a more comprehensive understanding of how and why green exercise is adopted or avoided by employees.

BackgroundHealthcare professionals are frequently exposed to intense emotional demands that may lead to compassion fatigue. Challenges in maintaining work-life balance also play a significant role in shaping life satisfaction. Yet, studies examining their combined effects on healthcare professionals' life satisfaction remain limited.ObjectiveThis study aims to examine the impact of compassion fatigue and work-life balance on the life satisfaction of healthcare professionals.MethodsThis cross-sectional quantitative study collected data from 301 healthcare workers at Kahramanmaraş Sütçü İmam University Hospital in Türkiye, using validated psychometric scales. Analyses included reliability testing, normality assessment, confirmatory factor analysis, and structural equation modeling.ResultsChanges in life satisfaction were 11% attributable to compassion fatigue (R² = 0.115). The occupational burnout subdimension negatively affected life satisfaction (ß = -0.363; t = -4.060; p < 0.001), with each unit increase resulting in a 0.175-point decrease in life satisfaction. Nine percent of the variation in life satisfaction (R² = 0.099) was explained by the positive impact of work on life (ß = 0.190; t = 2.739; p = 0.007) and the positive impact of life on work (ß = 0.155; t = 2.377; p = 0.018). However, the negative impact of work on life caused a 0.132-point reduction in life satisfaction (ß = -0.151; t = -2.385; p = 0.018). Overall, compassion fatigue and work-life balance together explained 12% of the variation in life satisfaction (R² = 0.125; F = 21.332; p < 0.001).ConclusionFindings underscore the importance of alleviating emotional burden and implementing institutional policies that support work-life balance to enhance healthcare professionals' life satisfaction. However, because this study was conducted in a single hospital and employed a convenience sampling method, generalizability of the results is limited.

BackgroundContemporary safety culture studies emphasize the interplay between formal and informal organizational practices, yet often overlook internal divergences and power dynamics, and competing interests in diagnosing maturity. Addressing this gap, this study integrates the analysis of controversies and divergences as central to diagnosing and fostering safety culture maturity, thereby acknowledging the inseparable link between culture and power.ObjectiveThis research aims to demonstrate how a divergence-sensitive, multi-thematic approach, grounded in mixed methods, can refine safety culture diagnostics and stimulate organizational learning.MethodsA mixed-methods intervention was conducted within an energy production company. The quantitative phase involved administering an 80-item customized questionnaire to homogeneous groups, assessing safety culture maturity levels based on five key themes: blame, rule relevance, safety prioritization, safety bureaucracy, and operational experience feedback. The qualitative phase comprised discussion groups that explored divergences identified in the quantitative results, allowing for adjustments to maturity level classifications.ResultsThe analysis of 43 cases revealed that recognizing divergences facilitated more precise maturity assessments. In several instances, maturity levels were adjusted based on qualitative insights, highlighting the limitations of purely quantitative evaluations. The study also provided a conceptual framework for interpreting maturity levels across the five themes, grounded in both literature and empirical findings.ConclusionsThe divergence-sensitive approach proved effective in enhancing safety culture diagnostics and promoting internal debate. Recognizing divergences not as dysfunctions but as opportunities for organizational learning fosters a mature safety culture capable of managing uncertainty through provisional consensus and collaborative experimentation.

BackgroundUnsafe behavior is a leading cause of occupational accidents, influenced by various background conditions, including personality traits. While past studies have qualitatively identified some of these traits, research on the impact of narcissism and procrastination on unsafe behavior is limited.ObjectiveThis study aimed to explore the relationship between narcissism, procrastination, and the tendency to engage in unsafe behavior among workers in a steel industry.MethodsThis cross-sectional study involved 199 workers from the one of the steel industry complex in Qom, Iran in 2024. Data were collected using questionnaires on demographic characteristics, unsafe behavior, narcissism, and procrastination. The unsafe behavior questionnaire consisted of 40 questions across 8 areas on a 4-option Likert scale. The narcissism and the procrastination questionnaires included 40, and 16 items, respectively. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS 22.ResultsThe mean (SD) age and work experience of participants was 40.05 (9.55) and 12.29 (5.16) years, respectively. The mean (SD) scores for the questionnaires on unsafe behavior, narcissism, and procrastination were 103.06 (9.14), 61.12 (8.34), and 47.61 (9.14), respectively. Significant relationships were found between demographic variables and unsafe behavior, as well as between narcissism and the use of personal protective equipment. A direct and significant relationship was also observed between unsafe behavior and both narcissism and procrastination (p < 0.001).ConclusionThe personality traits of narcissism and procrastination influence unsafe behavior. Industry managers and decision-makers should consider these factors, along with other worker characteristics, to prevent unsafe behavior and occupational accidents.

BackgroundUniversity military training enhances national defense awareness and cultivates strategic talent. Its effects on students' physical fitness and psychological resilience remain underexplored.ObjectiveTo evaluate the impact of a 14-day military training program on physical performance and psychological resilience in first-year university students.MethodsSeventy-six students completed a 14-day military training program, while 33 students served as a physical fitness control group. Assessments included the Functional Movement Screen (FMS), Lower Quarter Y Balance Test (YBT-LQ), handgrip strength, core endurance, Sense of Coherence (SOC-13) scale, and weekly physical activity (IPAQ).ResultsMilitary training significantly improved FMS (males +6.9%, females +13.8%, p < 0.01), YBT scores (left limb both sexes, right limb females +5.1%, p = 0.009), and SOC-13 scores (+5.1%, p = 0.011). Female participants also showed increased dominant-hand grip strength (+6.3%, p = 0.047). Core endurance exhibited minor, non-significant sex-specific trends, with a slight decrease in males and a modest increase in females (12-35%). The physical fitness control group showed smaller FMS and grip strength improvements, no significant YBT gains, and no significant SOC-13 change. Correlation analyses revealed positive associations between physical performance, psychological resilience, and training duration, suggesting mutual reinforcement of physical and mental capacities.ConclusionsA 14-day military training program enhances lower-limb balance, functional movement, female grip strength, and psychological resilience. These findings support the effectiveness of short-term military training in improving both physical and mental readiness among university students, with potential sex-specific effects on both grip strength and core endurance.

BackgroundStudies highlighting the importance of considering different users, including operators, at all stages of a technology introduction project are becoming increasingly frequent. However, other research points out that operators are often only involved through reskilling initiatives to cope with the technologies introduced.ObjectiveIn this exploratory study, conducted in a company within the Portuguese industrial sector, the authors aimed to analyse a technological transition in an inbound warehouse and to understand the challenges related to mobilising workers' experience throughout the process.MethodsQualitative and participatory methodologies, anchored in the analysis of work activity, were used to anticipate forms of activity that may emerge in I4.0 environments, associated with the possibilities of mobilizing experience and developing skills.ResultsThe results indicate that operators were only taken into account during the implementation phase and that no formal development initiatives were associated with the technology. Nevertheless, situational factors-particularly related to collective work dynamics and team leadership-were identified as contributing to the general perception that the process was successful.ConclusionsIntentionally incorporating the identified factors into future projects could support the sustainability of work situations and promote the continued development of workers' skills in contexts of technological change.

BackgroundInterprofessional collaboration among occupational health professionals (OHPs) is essential for guiding sick-listed employees and facilitating return to work (RTW). However, the lack of a shared language among different OHPs can hinder effective collaboration. To address this, an instrument and multidisciplinary guideline based on the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health (ICF) were developed.ObjectiveThis study aimed to assess the feasibility of the ICF-based instrument and multidisciplinary guideline, as well as to explore OHPs' experiences to support implementation in daily practice.MethodsA triangulated mixed-methods design was used, combining OHPs assessing work capacity with the instrument in practice for sick-listed employees, followed by interviews, case reviews, and focus groups with both medical and non-medical OHPs. The Measurement Instrument for Determinants of Implementation (MIDI) guided data collection and analysis.ResultsOHPs experienced the ICF-based instrument as comprehensible, usable for providing sick leave guidance, and particularly valuable for enabling qualitative assessments of work capacity and RTW possibilities. The so-called d-codes included in the instrument, derived from the ICF-framework, facilitated communication between medical and non-medical professionals. OHPs also found the instrument supported shared decision-making by incorporating both employees' and employers' perspectives. Application was especially suited for complex cases of long-term sick leave.ConclusionsThis study highlights the potential of implementing the ICF-based instrument and multidisciplinary guideline in occupational health practice to improve interprofessional collaboration during sick leave and RTW. OHPs reported that the instrument supports capturing both the strengths and limitations of sick-listed employees, while also addressing workplace and personal factors.

BackgroundDespite the growing popularity of aerial sports, limited research has investigated musculoskeletal (MSK) injury incidence among female acrobatic athletes. Understanding injury prevalence is essential for implementing effective prevention strategies.ObjectiveTo investigate demographic characteristics, physical activity (PA) levels, and MSK injury occurrence in female aerial acrobatics athletes in the western region of Saudi Arabia.MethodsSixty female aerial acrobatics athletes (mean age: 28.66years) participated. We assessed PA using International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form, and data on MSK injury history and sport-specific profiles were collected. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square tests examined correlations between injury occurrence and factors such as age, experience, and type of aerial activity.ResultsMost participants (60%) reported high PA levels. The majority (92%) performed warm-ups and cool-downs routines and mainly exercised under supervision. The current injury prevalence was 20%, with 12 participants reporting ongoing injuries. Common injury sites included the back 8(28.6%), knee 7(25%), and wrist 6(21.4%).ConclusionMusculoskeletal injury prevalence among participants was 20%, reporting a current injury related to aerial acrobatics sports. This study revealed low MSK injury rates and high PA levels among female aerial acrobatics athletes, primarily characterized by limited experience. To promote injury prevention, further research is needed with a larger sample and a focus on factors influencing injury frequency such as age, acrobatics type, and upper body strength. In addition, developing a reliable assessment tool designed for aerial acrobatics athletes' performance is recommended.