Impact of Different Workshift Patterns on Circadian Rhythm and Quality of Life (Qol)

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Page: 597-600

Arshi A. Mehta¹, Ujala Shukla², Tahura Khalifa³, Kajal Hadiya⁴, Karishma B. Rana⁵,
Peri A. Patel⁶, and Kajal R. Parmar⁷ (Shree Bharatimaiya College of Optometry & Physiotherapy, Surat, Gujarat^1,2, Wellness Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Surat, Gujarat³,
Himmatnagarwala’s Clinic, Surat, Gujarat⁴, Rotatory Physiotherapy Clinic, Surat, Gujarat⁵,
Nishtha Physiotherapy Clinic, Surat, Gujarat⁶, and Nirmal Hospital, Surat, Gujarat⁷)

The present correlation study aimed to examine the circadian rhythm and quality of life among individuals working in shift patterns, as different types of work shifts can impact sleep patterns and, consequently, circadian rhythms. A total of 203 participants from the corporate sector, hospitals, police departments, and companies in Surat, all engaged in various work shifts, were purposively selected based on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria. Participants provided written consent and were assessed using the Morningness-Eveningness Questionnaire (MEQ) and the Work-Related Quality of Life (WRQoL) scale, along with basic demographic information. The data were analyzed using descriptive and correlation analyses in SPSS version 21. Results revealed no significant correlation between work shifts and the MEQ scale (r = -0.089, p = 0.204) or between work shifts and WRQoL (r = 0.042, p = 0.555). However, specific MEQ items showed a significant association with work shifts-namely, questions 1 (p = 0.001), 7 (p = 0.025), 14 (p = 0.006), 15 (p = 0.012), 17 (p = 0.023), and 19 (p = 0.000). In conclusion, while overall work shift patterns do not significantly affect circadian rhythm or quality of life, individuals do express a preference for working in shifts aligned with their personal routines for better daily functioning.