Ergonomics evaluation through measurements of biomechanical parameters in real time
has a great potential in reducing non-fatal occupational injuries, such as work-related …

Exercise with an unstable load is considered a new training method to activate the core
muscles. Research has shown consistency regarding an unstable surface but has not …

While a stable trunk and centre of mass (CoM) trajectory are required during lifting, it is
unclear how stability is controlled. Thirty healthy participants (15M, 15F) performed …

This study investigated the age-related differences in lifting biomechanics. Eleven younger
and 12 older participants were instructed to perform symmetric lifting tasks defined by …

Background The movement of the barbell has been detected as success factor for the snatch
and the clean and jerk events. As the barbell's movement has been shown to be related to …

Although numerous studies have analyzed the relationship between manual material
handling (MMH) and the forces acting on the lumbar spine, the difference in the MMH …

Construction is widely known as having high rates of fall accidents. In spite of constant
technological advances and increasing process automation, manual material handling still …

Background: Strategies of lifting, including stance width and techniques have significant
effects on spine loading and stability. Previous studies examined the influence of them on …

Load transfer during lifting leads to increased postural perturbations that may compromise
postural stability, so lifting is an occupational task associated with high fall risk. This study …

This study investigated age-related biomechanical differences during asymmetric lifting.
Eleven younger and twelve older participants were instructed to lift loads of different weights …