Occurrence and 12 month prevalences (frequency and duration) of musculoskeletal complaints per body region among Dutch bricklayers and bricklayers’ assistants (n = 791)14
| No, never (%) | Yes, once (%) | Yes, regular (%) | Yes, sustained (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neck | 56 | 25 | 13 | 6 |
| Shoulders | 43 | 31 | 18 | 8 |
| Lower back | 21 | 34 | 35 | 10 |
| Upper back | 61 | 21 | 13 | 5 |
| Elbows | 63 | 18 | 12 | 7 |
| Wrists/hands | 61 | 22 | 11 | 6 |
| Hips/thighs | 68 | 17 | 11 | 4 |
| Knees | 46 | 28 | 17 | 9 |
| Ankles/feet | 72 | 16 | 8 | 4 |