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[Aging at work and musculoskeletal disorders].

E Occhipinti1, D Colombini

  • 1Unità di Ricerca Ergonomia della Postura e del Movimento, EPM, Milano.

La Medicina Del Lavoro
|December 1, 2000
PubMed
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Age significantly impacts spinal disorders like spondyloarthropathy in workers. While age

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Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health
  • Musculoskeletal Disorders
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • Work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) are a significant concern in the aging workforce.
  • The influence of age on spinal and upper limb WMSDs requires careful consideration for effective prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically review the literature and discuss the impact of aging on work-related spinal and upper limb musculoskeletal disorders.
  • To identify age-specific prevention measures for elderly workers.

Main Methods:

  • Critical review of international literature.
  • Analysis of published experiences.
  • Epidemiological data review.

Main Results:

  • Evidence indicates age influences the progressive increase of spondyloarthropathy in the lumbosacral spine.
  • The effect of age on upper limb disorders is less clear and appears less significant.
  • General preventive measures are adequate for elderly workers with fixed postures and repetitive upper limb movements.

Conclusions:

  • Specific preventive measures are crucial for elderly workers engaged in manual material handling (MMH).
  • Recommendations include lower weightlifting guidelines for older workers and active health surveillance programs.

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