Practical tools and guidance on musculoskeletal disorders

To make it easy for workplaces to assess and manage MSD risks, our easy-to-use database includes a variety of practical tools and guidance materials developed at EU and national levels.

The resources include case studies and visual materials and cover a wide range of sectors, hazard types and prevention measures. Some are specifically aimed at certain actors, for example employers, workers or managers, and some at managing MSDs among specific groups of workers. The resources can be filtered by any of these or by a variety of other categories, so it couldn’t be easier to find exactly what you are looking for.

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Guides & Tools EU English
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EU-OSHA

This paper extends knowledge on MSDs in multiple sclerosis (MS) and their effect on the working activities of those affected. The work conditions and environment of people with MS often need to be adapted to their health status, as factors related to work, support and symptoms affect the ability to...

Guides & Tools USA English
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Arthritis Foundation
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Arthritis Foundation

Working from home during the coronavirus pandemic can put new strain on your joints. Use these expert tips to adjust any workspace to fit your needs. Adjust your workspace to fit your individual needs and arthritis-related limitations. These corrections – many of which can be done while working from...

Visual resources Guides & Tools Germany German
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Deutsche Rheuma-Liga Bundesverband e. V.
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German League Against Rheumatism

get on! is a platform for young people suffering rheumatism. This magazine provides information and tips about carrer choices and the first steps towards adult life.

Guides & Tools United Kingdom English
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Versus Arthritis
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Versus Arthritis

Many people suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis are adjusting to the changing lockdown restrictions and are managing their pain at home. People experience pain in different ways and have good and bad days. Versus Arthritis provides advice and resources to help you.

Guides & Tools USA English
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Mayo Clinic, USA
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Mayo Clinic, USA

Arthritic joints can't tolerate as much stress as healthy joints. Pushing, pulling or twisting motions can be painful. Joint protection is a proven strategy to help you manage rheumatoid arthritis pain and perform daily activities more easily. The Mayo Clinic provides on its website joint protection...

Case study Germany German
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Active with Active with rheumatism in the workplace - Award
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RheumaPreis - Aktiv mit Rheuma am Arbeitsplatz

Individuals with arthritis are faced with numerous barriers, which prevents them from retaining their employment. Social support at work is important to individuals’ health, wellbeing and employee retention. The RheumaPreis is awarded for good practice based on partnership to support workers living...

Case study Austria German
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Rheuma-online Austria
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Rheuma-online Österreich

Rheuma-online Austria is an online portal for people suffering from rheumatism. The portal provides information about clinical pictures of rheumatism as well as important contacts and addresses. You can find news, a chat function and an FAQ section.