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Research Article | Open Access
Published on: 08 Jan 2026
Article ID: wjpm.2026.a0804
Work-Related Musculoskeletal Risk Assessment in Beedi Workers Using RULA and OCRA Checklist: A Cross Sectional Study
Background: Beedi rolling is a highly repetitive occupation characterized by prolonged static postures and forceful hand movements, making workers vulnerable to work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs). The prevalence of musculoskeletal symptoms in beedi workers ranges from 34.6% to 87.0% across different populations.
Objective: To assess occupational ergonomic risk factors in beedi workers using the Rapid Upper Limb Assessment (RULA) and…
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18214864 »
Review Article | Open Access
Published on: 12 Sep 2025
Article ID: wjpm.2025.i1204
Vagus Nerve Stimulation in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: A Narrative Review of Pain, Inflammation, and Tissue Healing
Introduction: Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is a neuromodulatory intervention with systemic effects on inflammation, autonomic balance, and pain perception. While well established in neurology and rheumatology, its potential role in physical medicine and rehabilitation remains underexplored.
Methods: We conducted a structured literature search in PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science (2010–2025) focusing on VNS and rehabilitation-related outcomes. Eligible studies included preclinical…
