Type Case study
International
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
An ICT worker diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis was able to remain in his job thanks to some straightforward adjustments. Thus, the company he works for had been able to retain an expert worker who is able to train others.
Type Guides & Tools
EU
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This report presents eight case studies of people with chronic musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) who successfully returned to work after sick leave or continued to work with the MSD. The studies aim to examine the experiences of these workers — who were recruited from a variety of organisations,...
Type Case study
Rakousko
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This case study finds that the percentage of workers in Austria with a MSD is higher than the EU average. The AUVAsicher programme focuses particularly on MSD prevention and on SMEs. AUVA provides support to companies also through AUVAfit and BAUfit schemes. The AUVAfit programme has a specific...
Type Case study
International
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This case study highlights the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to tackling musculoskeletal disorders in the workplace. Early intervention (despite the lack of a firm diagnosis) based on risk assessment and trialling new equipment has helped to alleviate discomfort and prevent her...
Type Guides & Tools
EU
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This article concerns early intervention where work is compromised by or aggravates a musculoskeletal problem. The sooner a musculoskeletal problem is managed, the less likely it is that it will lead to long-term work loss.
Type Case study
Francie
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
he TMS Pros programme offers businesses support to prevent work-related MSDs and provides financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises. To improve the epidemiological surveillance of occupational risks in France, a system for monitoring work-related health problems called CONSTANCES has...
Type Case study
Spojené království
LanguageEnglish
ProviderEU OSHA
This case study looks at how an experienced police officer suffering from lower back pain and other MSDs has been able to continue to work with the police thanks to a change in role.
