Jogie Joshua A
Faculty of Medical Sciences, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, TTO.
Cureus. 2024 Dec 27;16(12):e76492. doi: 10.7759/cureus.76492. eCollection 2024 Dec.
A 29-year-old paint sprayer presented with mild lower back pain and fatigue related to prolonged standing and repetitive tasks in the first few weeks of pregnancy. An initial assessment included a review of her workstation, evaluation of posture, and standard prenatal tests such as routine blood work and ultrasound. These investigations showed normal fetal development and no complications. The employer modified her work environment, providing ergonomic seating, and reducing prolonged standing. She received counseling on safe physical activity and balanced nutrition to help maintain overall health. Her pregnancy progressed without problems, and she continued to work comfortably. This case shows that simple ergonomic changes and supportive policies can help expectant employees remain productive and well.
一名29岁的喷漆工在怀孕的头几周出现了与长时间站立和重复性任务相关的轻度下背部疼痛和疲劳。初步评估包括对她的工作场所进行检查、评估姿势,以及进行常规血液检查和超声等标准产前检查。这些检查显示胎儿发育正常,没有并发症。雇主对她的工作环境进行了调整,提供了符合人体工程学的座椅,并减少了长时间站立的情况。她接受了关于安全体育活动和均衡营养的咨询,以帮助维持整体健康。她的孕期进展顺利,并且能够继续舒适地工作。这个案例表明,简单的人体工程学改变和支持性政策可以帮助怀孕的员工保持工作效率和健康状态。