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
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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
Pas de secteur spécifique
Hazards
Autre
Positions statiques - assise
Health effects
Douleurs ou lésion dorsales
Troubles affectant les membres supérieurs
Troubles affectant le cou et l’épaule
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Enfants/écoliers
Prevention measures
Formation/orientation (pour les travailleurs)
Exercices
Purpose of the material
Informations générales
Sensibilisation
Orientations
Target audience
Tous (pas de public cible spécifique)
Year
2022