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<p>This paper introduces the Estonian Musculoskeletal Disorders Questionnaire (EMDQ), a practice-oriented tool for assessing the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are an occupational health concern. Prevention largely depends on workstation-level interventions, where monitoring musculoskeletal discomfort helps set priorities. Although several tools like Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) and the Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ) exist for mapping WMSD prevalence, they often face usability challenges for both workers completing the questionnaires and occupational health and safety (OHS) specialists analyzing the data. The EMDQ is designed to address these issues. Available in both paper and electronic formats, it features a gender-neutral body map that divides the body into distinct regions, supporting inclusive dissemination among workers. The questionnaire is intentionally brief to minimize worker effort. For OHS specialists, the EMDQ enables automated data processing that: (1) visualizes the most affected body regions, (2) estimates prevalence within the sample and extrapolates to the entire workforce, and (3) compares company-level data with sectoral averages. Additionally, the EMDQ includes guidance to ensure compliance with GDPR, supporting ethical data handling practices.</p>

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The concept of the Estonian Musculoskeletal Disorders Questionnaire

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    2026年5月18日

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  • Kristiina Hovi,
  • Erge Hiis,
  • Märt Reinvee

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This paper introduces the Estonian Musculoskeletal Disorders Questionnaire (EMDQ), a practice-oriented tool for assessing the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace. Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are an occupational health concern. Prevention largely depends on workstation-level interventions, where monitoring musculoskeletal discomfort helps set priorities. Although several tools like Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire (NMQ) and the Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ) exist for mapping WMSD prevalence, they often face usability challenges for both workers completing the questionnaires and occupational health and safety (OHS) specialists analyzing the data. The EMDQ is designed to address these issues. Available in both paper and electronic formats, it features a gender-neutral body map that divides the body into distinct regions, supporting inclusive dissemination among workers. The questionnaire is intentionally brief to minimize worker effort. For OHS specialists, the EMDQ enables automated data processing that: (1) visualizes the most affected body regions, (2) estimates prevalence within the sample and extrapolates to the entire workforce, and (3) compares company-level data with sectoral averages. Additionally, the EMDQ includes guidance to ensure compliance with GDPR, supporting ethical data handling practices.