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
Sem setor específico
Hazards
Outro
Posturas estáticas - sentado
Health effects
Dor ou lesão lombar
Lesões dos membros superiores
Lesões do pescoço e dos ombros
Worker groups covered (vulnerable groups etc.)
Crianças/crianças em idade escolar
Prevention measures
Formação/orientação (para trabalhadores)
Exercícios
Purpose of the material
Informações gerais
Sensibilização
Orientação
Target audience
Todos (sem um público-alvo específico)
Year
2022