WORK-RELATED MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS

This study looks at whether wearing a back-support exoskeleton during warehouse work can reduce back pain and sick leave. About 90 full-time workers in a Danish warehouse will take part. One group will use the exoskeleton while working, and the other will work as usual. Researche…

This study looks at how common neck and low back pain is among full-time staff at the University of the West Indies, Mona. It also tests whether an 8-week spine-specific exercise program works better than general exercises to reduce pain. About 200 adults aged 18-65 who have had …

This study tests a simple ergonomics program to see if it can reduce muscle and joint pain in university employees who use computers at least 3 hours a day. About 100 participants will get personalized advice on desk setup and posture, and their symptoms will be tracked over 4 we…

This study aims to create and test a new questionnaire to help identify workers at risk for work-related muscle and bone disorders, like back pain or repetitive strain injuries. Researchers will ask 250 workers in the bio-pharmaceutical industry to fill out the survey and then ch…

This study tests a special program called POSKOP for 60 hospital cleaners. The program includes training, exercises, and reminders to help workers use better posture and reduce muscle pain. Researchers will check if it lowers discomfort and improves awareness of safe movements.

This study looks at whether a 6-week program of posture exercises and ergonomics education can reduce muscle pain and improve sleep in office workers. Researchers will compare how 25 participants feel before and after the program. The goal is to see if these simple changes can ma…