Table 6.
Relationship between visual discomfort, MSDs, ICT usage patterns, and preventive measures. MANOVA: Multivariate Tests.
| Dependent Variables | Factors/Covariates with Relevant Relationships | Multivariate Tests (Global Relationship with Dependent Variables) |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Discomfort MSDs | FACTORS | |
| ICT Usage Pattern | F = 37.78 (p < 0.001) | |
| TM1. Adequate ICT devices adapted to task requirements | F = 5.56 (p < 0.001) | |
| TM4. Accessory elements that improve posture | F = 3.63 (p < 0.001) | |
| TRM1. General hazard prevention training | F = 2.65 (p = 0.003) | |
| TRM3. Specific ICT hazard prevention training | F = 2.09 (p = 0.031) | |
| TRM3. Specific ICT hazard prevention training | F = 1.43 (p = 0.039) | |
| COVARIATES | ||
| Age | F = 6.46 (p < 0.001) | |
| Ratio of pauses per hour | F = 2.05 (p = 0.026) | |
| Intense exercise out of work | F = 2.40 (p = 0.008) |
Abbreviations: MSDs: Musculoskeletal diseases. TM: Technical measure. TRM: Training measure.