A kinematic posture analysis of neurological assistants in their daily working practice-a pilot study

Bijanzadeh, Anne; Hermanns, Ingo; Ellegast, Rolf; Fraeulin, Laura; Holzgreve, Fabian; Mache, Stefanie; Groneberg, David A.; Ohlendorf, Daniela

doi:10.1186/s12995-020-00286-9

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“…So far there exists one kinematic analysis [14] regarding the constrained postures of neurologists during their daily work on wards. Deliberately, specific activities such as sonology [26] were excluded, as previous studies have already provided insight into the risk of developing MSD during ultrasonography.…”

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“…An important factor that could not be analyzed in the context of objective activity analysis was Abbreviations CUELA Computer-assisted acquisition and longterm analysis of musculoskeletal loads MSD Musculoskeletal disorders RULA Rapid Upper Limb Assessment the physical workload of a neurologist. The study by Bijanzadeh et al [14] was able to deliver some initial evidence for the postural analysis of neurologists and the risk assessment for MSD. However, data on static postures are lacking.…”

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Forced posture of neurology residents in daily routine on the ward in Germany

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Background The aim of this pilot study was to analyze the work of neurologists regarding static posture (> 4 s) and to identify awkward postures. Methods A total of 9 neurologists (assistant physicians; 3 male, 6 female) participated in this study. Kinematic data were collected using the computer-assisted acquisition and long-term analysis of musculoskeletal loads (CUELA; IFA, Sankt Augustin, Germany) system. Daily work (“office work,” “measures on patients,” and “other activities”) was analyzed with a computer-based task analysis. Results During ”measures on patients,” more than 80% of the total percentage of non-neutral posture was assumed with a flexed position of the head and entire back, both during “blood collection” (4.7% of the time) and while “placing intravenous catheters” (8.3% of the time). In contrast, long static postures (> 30 s) in the head and neck area, including the thoracic spine, were adopted during “office work.” Despite the increased total percentage of non-neutral attitudes during measures on patients, the time share of 3.4% of the total working time is so small that the risk for developing musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) is negligible. In contrast, office work, which comprises 50.8% of the total working time and longer static postures, has a potential risk for the development of MSD. Conclusion The present study is the first kinematic pilot analysis in the field of in-patient neurological assistants. Non-neutral as well as static postures in everyday work could be identified. Potential MSD can be reduced by optimizing the working height and by taking regular breaks to loosen the musculoskeletal system.

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J Occup Med Toxicol

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Wearable Motion Capture Devices for the Prevention of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Ergonomics—An Overview of Current Applications, Challenges, and Future Opportunities

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Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a major contributor to disability worldwide and substantial societal costs. The use of wearable motion capture instruments has a role in preventing WMSDs by contributing to improvements in exposure and risk assessment and potentially improved effectiveness in work technique training. Given the versatile potential for wearables, this article aims to provide an overview of their application related to the prevention of WMSDs of the trunk and upper limbs and discusses challenges for the technology to support prevention measures and future opportunities, including future research needs. The relevant literature was identified from a screening of recent systematic literature reviews and overviews, and more recent studies were identified by a literature search using the Web of Science platform. Wearable technology enables continuous measurements of multiple body segments of superior accuracy and precision compared to observational tools. The technology also enables real-time visualization of exposures, automatic analyses, and real-time feedback to the user. While miniaturization and improved usability and wearability can expand the use also to more occupational settings and increase use among occupational safety and health practitioners, several fundamental challenges remain to be resolved. The future opportunities of increased usage of wearable motion capture devices for the prevention of work-related musculoskeletal disorders may require more international collaborations for creating common standards for measurements, analyses, and exposure metrics, which can be related to epidemiologically based risk categories for work-related musculoskeletal disorders.

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A kinematic posture analysis of neurological assistants in their daily working practice-a pilot study

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Forced posture of neurology residents in daily routine on the ward in Germany

Forced posture of neurology residents in daily routine on the ward in Germany

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Wearable Motion Capture Devices for the Prevention of Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Ergonomics—An Overview of Current Applications, Challenges, and Future Opportunities

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