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  • Ergonomics and Human Factors
  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Occupational Health

Background:

  • Executive functions are crucial for daily tasks and occupational performance.
  • Postural loading, common in many occupations, may interfere with cognitive processes.
  • Understanding the interplay between physical exertion and cognitive load is essential for workplace safety and productivity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of varying levels of postural loading on executive function task performance.
  • To quantify the effects of static posture holding with increased postural demands on cognitive abilities.
  • To explore the relationship between physical strain and cognitive control mechanisms.

Main Methods:

  • Three executive function tasks (letter memory, number-letter, Stroop) were used to assess updating, shifting, and inhibition.
  • Participants performed cognitive tasks under three conditions of static postural loading (PL1, PL2, PL3), based on OWAS classifications.
  • Performance metrics included accuracy (total score) and reaction time for specific task conditions.

Main Results:

  • Higher postural loading (PL2 and PL3) significantly impaired performance across all executive function tasks compared to PL1.
  • Letter memory task scores decreased by 4.56% (PL2) and 13.68% (PL3).
  • Number-letter task switch reaction times increased by 1.47% (PL2) and 15.63% (PL3); Stroop incongruent reaction times increased by 4.15% (PL2) and 13.44% (PL3).

Conclusions:

  • Elevated postural loading during static posture holding detrimentally affects executive functions, including updating, shifting, and inhibition.
  • These findings highlight a significant link between physical postural demands and cognitive performance.
  • Strategies to manage postural loading may be beneficial for enhancing cognitive task performance in occupational settings.