Public health researchers at Waterloo University surveyed 107 male truckers who drove two highway stops in southern Ontario and found that 57 percent suffered from muscle and bone pain and discomfort, especially in the lower back. Factors related to musculoskeletal pain and discomfort among Canadian truckers: A snapshot of workers’ eyes. “Pain and discomfort for truck drivers can be alleviated”. “ScienceDaily”. Sentanar said that marriage and higher education are likely to be associated with pain and discomfort, as the presence of a spouse and the knowledge gained from training can increase awareness of musculoskeletal symptoms and therefore the frequency of symptoms. 21, 2016 The largest study on sleep apnea and accident risk among CMV truck drivers was conducted among 1,613 truck drivers with sleep apnea, which were investigated in equal numbers. Pain and complaints from truckers can be alleviated. Waterloo University researchers are part of a Canadian research team working with industry stakeholders to identify these holistic programmes and assess their impact.