Prevention of musculo-skeletal disorders in sedentary ageing workers by ergomotricity

• Published in: International Congress series Vol. 1280; pp. 166 - 171
• Main Authors: Cirla, A.M., Fazioli, R., Santini, F., Cirla, P.E.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elsevier B.V 01.06.2005
• Subjects: Ageing worker; Ergomotricity; Musculo-skeletal disorders; Office worker; Sedentary worker; Ergomotricity; Musculo-skeletal disorders; Ageing worker; Sedentary worker; Office worker

A group of 56 employees exposed to postural risk due to sedentary activity in offices and aged 40 to 60 years underwent a training of ergomotricity. The schedule was based on six simple exercises to be self-managed during the work time. The efficacy was verified by questionnaire before and after 3 m...