Managing low back conditions and low back pain
Managing low back conditions and low back pain
Description
This articles introductes what is lower back pain and provides information about the management of back pain at work.
This articles introductes what is lower back pain and provides information about the management of back pain at work.
Other data
Sector / Indrustry covered
Hazards
Awkward postures
Fast-paced work
Forceful movements
Manual handling of loads
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Prevention measures
Elimination of hazards
Improving individual working techniques (e.g manual handling postures)
Technical measures e.g. ergonomic equipment
Rehabilitation, physiotherapy etc.
Purpose of the material
General information
Awareness raising
Risk assessment
Target audience
All (no specific target audience)
Employers
Managers
Worker representatives
Safety officers
Occupational health physician
Workers
Priority area
Chronic conditions
Prevention
Sedentary work