Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a major contributor to disability
worldwide and substantial societal costs. The use of wearable motion capture instruments …

Work-related diseases and disorders remain a significant global health concern,
necessitating multifaceted measures for mitigation. One potential measure is work technique …

Work-related musculoskeletal disorders are a major concern globally affecting societies,
companies, and individuals. To address this, a new sensor-based system is presented: the …

Accelerometer-based inclinometers have dominated kinematic measurements in previous
field studies, while the use of inertial measurement units that additionally include …

Background This study aimed to estimate the annual burden of cardiovascular diseases and
depression attributable to five psychosocial work exposures in 28 European Union countries …

The task specialization literature suggests that migrant workers concentrate on physically
intensive occupations, pushing natives towards less‐risky jobs. What is the effect of …

Assessing musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) in the workplace is vital for improving worker
health and safety, reducing costs, and increasing productivity. Traditional hazard …

Executive summary This research project financed by the European Trade Union Institute
(ETUI) pursued two objectives: 1. to estimate the fractions of cardiovascular disease and …

Introduction: Accidents and emergencies in the workplace account for a significant
proportion of emergency calls worldwide. The specificity of these events is often associated …

Manual handling is a major risk factor for work-related musculoskeletal disorders and one of
the leading causes of disability-adjusted life years globally, necessitating multifaceted risk …