Authors: Nasser Sulaiman Alqadhib , Osman Hashim Mohamed , Fayo haji

Abstract

Background: Construction is among the most debilitating and hazardous industries globally. The construction industry accounts for the greatest incidence of injuries and deaths. Occupational accidents pose significant health risks and result in considerable social and economic consequences. Orthopedic injuries are common and may arise from occupational activities and accidents. They possess potential effects on persons’ lives. Identifying the patterns, risks, and consequences of orthopedic injuries among construction workers (CWs) is essential for developing effective preventative strategies.

Objective: To evaluate the patterns, risks, and consequences of orthopedic injuries among CWs by a review of existing studies on this topic.

Methods: Electronic databases were searched to identify pertinent papers associated with the present issue utilizing relevant terminology. The search was limited to publications from 2016 to the present. The qualifying papers were original works produced in English that documented orthopedic injuries in studies addressing occupational injuries among CWs.

Results: Nine studies met the specified criteria, encompassing a total of 2918 CWs. The results were classified into injury prevalence, patterns, afflicted regions, causes, risk factors, and outcomes.

Conclusion: Orthopedic injuries are the predominant category of occupational injuries among CWs. Fractures and dislocations of the upper and lower limbs are the most prevalent injuries. The risk factors and consequences of injuries were inadequately and inaccurately documented.

Keywords: Orthopedic injuries, outcomes, construction workers, patterns, risk factors.