Association between Low Hand Grip Strength and Decreased Femoral Neck Bone Mineral Density in Korean Fishery Workers
10.5393/JAMCH.2023.48.4.275
- Author:
Mi-Ji KIM
1
;
Gyeong-Ye LEE
;
Joo Hyun SUNG
;
Seok Jin HONG
;
Ki-Soo PARK
Author Information
1. Department of Preventive Medicine, College of Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, Jinju, Korea
- Publication Type:Original Articles
- From:Journal of Agricultural Medicine & Community Health
2023;48(4):275-284
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Objectives:This study aimed to assess hand grip strength and femoral neck bone mineral density levels among Korean fishery workers and investigate their association.
Methods:Hand grip strength and femoral neck bone mineral density were measured in a survey and health examination conducted in 2021 among fishery workers in a southern region of South Korea. Covariates including gender, age, education level, income level, smoking behavior, drinking behavior, family history of hip fractures, use of calcium and vitamin D supplements, hypertension, diabetes, regular exercise, and body mass index were investigated. Multiple regression analysis was employed to assess the association between hand grip strength and femoral neck bone mineral density.
Results:Among 147 fishery workers, 8.16% exhibited low hand grip strength levels indicative of possible sarcopenia, and a significant association was found between low hand grip strength and decreased femoral neck bone mineral density (β = -89.14, 95% CI = -160.50, -17.78). Additionally, factors such as women gender, advanced age, family history of hip fractures, and a body mass index below 25 kg/m 2 were associated with decreased femoral neck bone mineral density. In the subgroup analysis by gender, a correlation between low hand grip strength and decreased femoral neck bone mineral density was observed only in men.
Conclusions:Further research is needed to explore various determinants and intervention strategies to prevent musculoskeletal disorders among fishery workers, ultimately enhancing their quality of life and well-being.
