Firefighting is dangerous work. Among others firefighters perform strenuous muscular work: they must climb stairs and ladders, carry and use heavy equipment, often above their head or in awkward positions, and they may be called upon to perform difficult rescue operations and handling victims...

The work of rescue service and fire brigades is characterised by lifting and carrying heavy loads, time pressure, narrow transport routes and awkward postures. This leads to high loads on the musculoskeletal system, especially the back. Lifting and carrying heavy loads - especially those with...

Musculoskeletal disorders or injuries in musicians can vary according to the used instrument type and include overuse problems, such as tendonitis, and peripheral nerve entrapment syndromes. This leaflet show some prevention measures and strategies to prevent playing-related musculoskeletal...