Occupational disorder

Healthcare workers often get injured while moving patients in bed. Researchers at the University of New Brunswick are testing whether a bed-mounted transfer device called the Vendlet, combined with ergonomic training, lowers the muscle activity and joint strain on workers during …

This study tests whether an interactive, hands-on ergonomic training program can better protect logistics workers from musculoskeletal problems compared to a traditional lecture-based seminar. Over one year, 70 manual material handlers will be randomly assigned to either the expe…

This study tests whether brief, daily exercise breaks at work can prevent muscle and joint problems in workers. 150 participants will do either strength exercises with elastic bands or standard stretching for 5 minutes each day for 8 weeks. Researchers will measure physical funct…

Researchers test a 12-week structured exercise program for employees at a medical garment factory. The program includes 24 sessions with aerobic exercise, team games, and stretching. The study measures changes in productivity, performance reviews, job motivation, and quality of w…

This pilot study tested whether a four-week online ergonomic training and hand exercise program is practical and beneficial for office workers. Thirty-five desk-based workers participated, doing supervised hand exercises twice a week plus home practice. Researchers measured grip …

This study tests whether adding a structured exercise program to standard ergonomics training can reduce work-related pain and improve quality of life in female dairy farmers. Sixty women who have been farming for at least 5 years will be split into two groups: one gets only ergo…

This study tests whether a program of exercise and ergonomics training can reduce muscle and joint pain in teachers. About 80 teachers who have had pain for at least three months will be randomly assigned to receive the training or not. Researchers will measure changes in pain, d…

This study tests whether a wearable exoskeleton—a supportive device worn around the torso—can reduce physical effort and pain for nursing home staff who regularly lift, turn, and bathe residents in bed. Over 11 weeks, 35 care workers across five French nursing homes will wear the…

This study tests whether combining exercise with ergonomics training can ease musculoskeletal pain in pastry chefs. Sixty chefs with at least five years of experience will be randomly assigned to receive either ergonomics training alone or ergonomics plus a tailored exercise prog…

This study tests whether a special posture training program can help butchers with neck and upper back pain. Researchers will enroll 50 butchers in Istanbul who have worked in the trade for at least 5 years. The program focuses on improving muscle control and posture. The goal is…

This study tests a simple ergonomics program for university employees who use computers at least 3 hours daily. Participants get a self-assessment checklist and personalized advice on desk setup and posture. Over 4 weeks, researchers will check if this reduces muscle and joint pa…

This study looks at whether adding simple exercises to ergonomics training can improve sleep, reduce burnout, and ease muscle pain in construction workers. About 52 men aged 25 to 55 who have had back, knee, neck, wrist, or shoulder pain for at least 3 months will take part. Part…

This study looked at whether adding a personalized exercise program (50 minutes per week via an app) to standard ergonomic advice could reduce muscle and joint pain in abdominal and pelvic surgeons. 83 surgeons took part in a 20-week trial. The goal was to see if the exercise pro…

This study tested an AI-assisted camera-based relaxation app in 60 office workers aged 20-40. The app guided users through progressive muscle relaxation exercises while using the camera to track movements. After 4 weeks, researchers measured changes in pain, stress, and work prod…

This study looked at whether a single 40-minute exercise session could reduce neck pain and fatigue in workers with high ergonomic risk. 78 workers with chronic neck pain were split into three groups: aerobic exercise, combined aerobic and resistance exercise, or a control group …

This study tested whether a six-week home exercise program (telerehabilitation) could reduce pain and improve quality of life in cardiac sonographers with work-related muscle and joint disorders. 32 sonographers were split into two groups: one got the exercise program plus educat…

This study tested whether Pilates exercises could help violinists with neck pain that is not due to a specific injury. Thirty violinists aged 18–50 were assigned to either mat or reformer Pilates. Researchers measured sleep quality, neck disability, and pain-related disability be…

This study looks at how job-related exposures (like chemicals, physical strain, and stress) affect the health of 15,000 current and former French military firefighters. Participants fill out a questionnaire about their work history and health. The goal is to find links between ex…

This study follows 200 adults who had a broken bone or joint injury to see what helps them return to work within a year. Researchers will look at injury severity, pain, workplace changes, and support like disability recognition. The goal is to find gaps in care and improve how ho…

This observational study at Bahçeşehir University will test whether a 6-week program of posture exercises and ergonomics education can reduce pain and improve sleep in 25 office workers aged 20-55. Participants will attend a one-day training, get a brochure with exercise videos v…

This study tested a stress management program designed specifically for harm reduction workers who help people who use drugs. Thirty-five workers took part in a 2-hour training session and monthly follow-up meetings. The goal was to see if the program was practical, well-liked, a…

This study surveyed 285 Egyptian orthopedic surgeons to find out how many have work-related muscle and bone problems. The researchers also looked at whether age, weight, hours worked, or specialty affected the risk. The goal was to understand the problem better, not to test a tre…

This study looked at 110 medical secretaries to see how their office setup, posture, and work organization relate to muscle and joint pain. Participants filled out questionnaires about their work environment and any discomfort. The goal is to find patterns that could lead to bett…

This completed study looked at how constant noise in intensive care units (ICUs) affects healthcare workers. Researchers compared 102 ICU and ward staff on hearing, anxiety, and noise sensitivity. The goal was to see if long-term exposure to ICU noise is linked to health problems…

This study looked at how heat stress impacts firefighters' physical abilities, like strength, balance, and movement quality. Twenty-six professional firefighters performed tests before and after experiencing either rapid or gradual heat stress while wearing gear. The goal was to …

This study looked at how wearing full firefighter protective gear affects chest compressions during CPR. 38 healthy firefighters performed 12 minutes of CPR in teams, switching every 1 or 2 minutes. The goal was to see which interval leads to better compression depth and quality.

This study looks at a new digital healthcare platform that uses AI to triage patients and connect them with healthcare professionals. Researchers surveyed over 1,000 healthcare staff in Sweden before and after the platform was introduced. The goal was to see if the platform chang…

This study tested a mentoring program for women working in sheet metal construction. 96 female apprentices were paired with trained mentors to discuss workplace challenges and coping strategies. The goal was to see if mentoring reduces stress, harassment, and injury while improvi…

This pilot study tested whether adding ergonomics training to the surgical curriculum helps OB/GYN residents learn safer body movements to prevent work-related injuries. 23 residents took a class on ergonomics and then practiced surgical skills on a model. Half received personali…