This info sheet outlines the high prevalence of MSDs among children and adolescents. Many young people enter the labour force with pre-existing musculoskeletal problems which can potentially be exacerbated by work. A life course approach to addressing musculoskeletal conditions and musculoskeletal health (starting from childhood) is needed.
Musculoskeletal disorders among children and young people - a life course approach to risk factors and prevention
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Musculoskeletal disorders among children and young people - a life course approach to risk factors and prevention
Musculoskeletal disorders among children and young people - a life course approach to risk factors and prevention
Description
This info sheet outlines the high prevalence of MSDs among children and adolescents. Many young people enter the labour force with pre-existing musculoskeletal problems which can potentially be exacerbated by work. A life course approach to addressing musculoskeletal conditions and musculoskeletal health (starting from childhood) is needed.
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Language of original language description
English
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Nicht branchenspezifisch
Hazards
Sonstiges
Statische Körperhaltungen – Sitzen
Health effects
Rückenschmerzen oder -verletzungen
Erkrankungen der oberen Extremitäten
Nacken- und Schultererkrankungen
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Kinder/Schulkinder
Prevention measures
Schulung/Beratung (für Arbeitnehmer)
Übungen
Purpose of the material
Allgemeine Informationen
Sensibilisierung
Leitlinien
Target audience
Alle (keine spezifische Zielgruppe)
Year
2022