Pushing and pulling in relation to musculoskeletal disorders: a review of risk factors

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Existing literature on the risk factors for musculoskeletal disorders related to pushing and pulling were examined and evaluated from four perspectives including epidemiology, psychophysics, physiology and biomechanics. Findings showed that pushing and pulling were associated with low back pain. Other risk factors identified were the actual working method, worker's characteristics and the work situation. However, further longitudinal epidemiological studies were needed to establish a firm relationship between pushing and pulling and musculoskeletal disorders.

Physiological aspects, Musculoskeletal system, Human locomotion

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Identification of high-risk groups among maintenance workers in a steel company with respect to musculoskeletal symptoms and workload

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Studies of ergonomic improvements in five maintenance departments of a steel company to identify groups with a high prevalence of musculoskeletal problems and identified groups more at risk for work related soreness and injury. Overall, back and neck-shoulder pain were the most common ailments, but prevalence of these conditions were no higher than that found in a control group. Significant differences are seen between the five departments as well as between task groups within the departments.

Health aspects, Work-related injuries, Work related injuries, Ergonomics, Iron and steel workers

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Back pain in the working population: prevalence rates in Dutch trades and professions

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The results of three health surveys in the Dutch working population show a higher occurrence of back pain among people in non-sedentary professions than those in sedentary professions. Preference should be given to the high risk category people in taking the preventive measures. Of the 34 professions examined, construction, driving and other active trades were associated with a much higher prevalence of back pain than more sedentary jobs such as commercial services and banking.

Workplace accidents, Demographic aspects, Backache, Back pain

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