THE The Relationship between Eye Strain and Muscle Soreness among Weavers in Sam Khok District, Pathum Thani Province

Abstract

This research aimed to assess and investigate the relationship between eye strain and muscle discomfort among weavers in Sam Khok District, Pathum Thani Province. Data were collected from a sample group of 58 weavers. The tools used for data collection included questionnaires and a Flicker Fusion eye strain measurement device to gather data on two types of visual fatigue: subjective and objective visual fatigue, and a body discomfort assessment form. Data were analyzed using mean, percentage, and Chi-square tests. The results indicated that 43.1% of weavers experienced subjective eye strain, which increased to 62.1% when measured objectively. The prevalence of muscle discomfort in the seven days prior to the study showed that 39 weavers (67.2%) reported pain, primarily in the upper back (67.2%), right shoulder (56.9%), lower back, and left shoulder (53.4%), respectively. When examining the relationships, it was found that work experienced, break times, continuous sitting duration, and workload significantly influenced eye strain. Furthermore, objective eye strain was significantly correlated with muscle discomfort among weavers, with a statistical significance at the 0.05 level (p-value = 0.00). These findings highlight the close relationship between eye strain and muscle discomfort, both of which are forms of physical fatigue. This emphasizes the importance of proper eye and body care, adequate rest, and adjustments to the work environment in preventing these issues.