Upper-extremity musculoskeletal disorders: how many cases can be prevented? Estimates from the COSALI cohort.

Conclusions A large number and important proportion of incident UEMSD may be preventable by reducing work exposures to physical exertion and working with arms above shoulder level as well as improving social support from co-workers/supervisors.
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Source: Scandinavian Journal of Work, Environment and Health - July 7, 2020 Category: Occupational Health Authors: Nambiema A, Bodin J, Fouquet N, Bertrais S, Stock S, Aublet-Cuvelier A, Descatha A, Evanoff B, Roquelaure Y Tags: Scand J Work Environ Health Source Type: research