Projeto de intervenção: o método pilates como reabilitação nas condições LER/DORT/lombalgia para trabalhadores atendidos no CEREST de um município do centro oeste mineiro

Abstract

The continuous increase in workers with RSI/WMSD/low back pain resulting from activities related to their work activity is notable. Pilates as a physical activity, quality of life is discussed among health professionals as a lifestyle and determining factor for treatment. RSI/WMSD/Low back pain in workers who perform repetitive activities pose a risk to workers. Work situations involving series of activities and pressure, tiring shift work and night shifts increase the possibility of muscle pain. Objective: To carry out a review of the Pilates Method in the rehabilitation of RSI/WMSD/Low Back Pain conditions, for workers who are assisted at CEREST in a municipality in the center west of Minas Gerais and propose a health conditions project. Methodology: This is an intervention project study for occupational health promotion actions, using the Thematic Analytical Bibliographical Review as its methodology. An electronic search was carried out (Medline), using the key words: Pilates, RSI/WMSD, Low Back Pain, Rehabilitation with the review of 11 articles found. Result/Discussion: The need to redefine public policy strategies for the intervention of RSI/WMSD/Low Back Pain in workers who seek care at CEREST, aims to implement PILATES to work on postural dysfunction and pain. Final considerations: This intervention project has as its initiative the attention to workers and treatment of RSI/WMSD/Low Back Pain. Pilates aims to promote health and prevent physical pain. The Intervention Project proposal can create a new Service Protocol for RSI/WMSD/Low Back Pain works that are treated at CEREST, which are waiting for the Pilates method in service in the secondary network.