Exercise Prescription for the Work–Life Population and Beyond

Sjøgaard, Gisela; Søgaard, Karen; Hansen, Klaus; Oestergaard, Anne Skov; Teljigovic, Sanel; Dalager, Tina

doi:10.3390/jfmk8020073

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“…To our knowledge, WHP intervention trials that provided exercises that were particularly designed to counteract a sedentary workplace are scarce [ 34 , 35 , 36 ]. A sedentary workplace stresses the spine differently than a blue collar workplace [ 37 ] and typically results in a number of specific changes to the musculoskeletal system [ 38 , 39 , 40 ]. These unintentional adaptations should be addressed specifically and not just by increasing physical activity behavior in general—at least if improving back health is the main goal.…”

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“Back Health 24/7/365”—A Novel, Comprehensive “One Size Fits All” Workplace Health Promotion Intervention for Occupational Back Health among Hospital Employees

Hasenoehrl,

Steiner,

Ebenberger

et al. 2024

IJERPH

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Background: Projects for workplace health promotion (WHP) for back pain traditionally focus exclusively on work-related but not on leisure-time stress on the spine. We developed a comprehensive WHP project on the back health of hospital workers regardless of the physical characteristics of their work and compared its effects on sedentary and physically active hospital workers. Methods: Study assessments were carried out before and six months after participation in the WHP intervention. The primary outcome parameter was back pain (Oswestry Disability Index, ODI). Anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7), work ability (Work Ability Index), depression (Patient Health Questionnaire-9), stress (Perceived Stress Scale-10), and quality of life (Short Form-36) were assessed via questionnaires as secondary outcome parameters. Physical performance was measured via the 30 seconds Sit-to-Stand test (30secSTS). Results: Sixty-eight healthcare workers with non-specific back pain were included in the evaluation study of the WHP project “Back Health 24/7/365”. After six months, back pain, physical performance, and self-perceived physical functioning (SF-36 Physical Functioning subscale) improved significantly in both groups. Not a single parameter showed an interaction effect with the group allocation. Conclusions: A comprehensive WHP-intervention showed significant positive effects on hospital workers regardless of the physical characteristics of their work.

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“Back Health 24/7/365”—A Novel, Comprehensive “One Size Fits All” Workplace Health Promotion Intervention for Occupational Back Health among Hospital Employees

Hasenoehrl,

Steiner,

Ebenberger

et al. 2024

IJERPH

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Health behaviours and work-related musculoskeletal pain among polish physiotherapists and nurses

Kuligowski,

Kowalewska,

Skrzek

et al. 2024

WOR

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BACKGROUND: Physiotherapists and nurses play crucial roles in healthcare, often requiring them to adopt physically demanding positions. However, these positions can lead to joint stress and an increased risk of injury, as well as work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs). These disorders can significantly impact the performance of their duties, which can negatively affect patient recovery. OBJECTIVE: This study assessed and compared health behaviour and work-related musculoskeletal pain among Polish physiotherapists and nurses. METHODS: The study encompassed a group of 304 participants. The methodology consisted of a survey addressing pain-related questions and the Health Behaviour Inventory (HBI). The HBI evaluates health behaviour in four categories. RESULTS: The average HBI score was 5.05 (±1.96) points for physiotherapists and 4.50 (±1.86) points for nurses (P = .01). When analysing the HBI components, a statistically significant difference was observed in positive mental attitude and health practices (P < .05). Regarding work-related musculoskeletal pain, 92% of nurses and 79% of physiotherapists reported experiencing pain while working (P < .01). Pain intensity, measured with the VAS, was 3.77 (±2.37) for physiotherapists and 4.73 (SD 2.04) for nurses (P < .01). Physiotherapists more often suffered from upper limb pain (57% vs 49%), while nurses experienced middle/lower back pain (82% vs 63%) and lower extremity pain (38% vs 23%) more frequently. CONCLUSIONS: Both professional groups experience WRMSDs, with nurses suffering more regularly and severely. In contrast, physiotherapists exhibit superior health behaviour practices, potentially mitigating musculoskeletal pain. Nonetheless, the prevalence of pain related to WRMSDs remains alarmingly high in both professions.

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Physical Exercise and Mental Health in Adolescents: Scoping Review

Carvajal Tello,

Segura-Ordoñez,

Banguero Oñate

et al. 2024

Rev. Investig. Innov. Cienc. Salud

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Objective. To identify the most implemented exercises and their prescription, in addition to the effects of exercise on mental health in adolescents. Methods. A scoping review was performed from search of electronic databases: PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, Springer, Google Scholar, from 23/08/2023 to 01/01/2024 in English, Spanish, and Portuguese language, including randomized clinical trial and cohort type studies. Results. A total of 7 articles were included: 57.14% controlled clinical trials, 100% in English. The number of participants was 85,637 aged 12 to 16 years. Intervention time ranged from 8 to 43 weeks, 2 to 5 times per week, 1 session per day, duration per session 10 to 120 minutes. The most used type of training was Programmed Physical Education followed by High Intensity Interval Training. Conclusions. Exercises such as Programmed Physical Education, High Intensity Interval Training, Moderate to Vigorous Physical Activity are included, which show positive effects on the increase in psychological well-being, quality of life and a significant decrease in anxiety and stress symptoms.

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Exercise Prescription for the Work–Life Population and Beyond

Cited by 3 publications

References 55 publications

“Back Health 24/7/365”—A Novel, Comprehensive “One Size Fits All” Workplace Health Promotion Intervention for Occupational Back Health among Hospital Employees

“Back Health 24/7/365”—A Novel, Comprehensive “One Size Fits All” Workplace Health Promotion Intervention for Occupational Back Health among Hospital Employees

Health behaviours and work-related musculoskeletal pain among polish physiotherapists and nurses

Physical Exercise and Mental Health in Adolescents: Scoping Review

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